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PostgraduateCourse summary
Training future economists who combine imaginative approaches with rigorous analysis.
- Goldsmiths offers a unique and exciting environment for in-depth research in economics. The Institute of Management Studies (IMS) has scholars working on frontier topics in economics, and a strong tradition of boundary-breaking, imaginative research in topics related to all aspects of the economy and society.
- MPhil/PhD Economics is a distinctive, pluralist programme with an interdisciplinary approach.
- We're committed to training skilled researchers who can conduct rigorous and imaginative research in economics.
- You'll be encouraged to conduct research that employs non-mainstream approaches to address economic problems.
- You'll engage in conceptual, empirical and methodological exploration throughout the programme.
Modules
You will attend and contribute to research seminars, and through departmental and Goldsmiths-wide modules you will also be encouraged to develop practical skills such as public speaking, poster preparation, scientific writing, and how to interact with the media. You will meet regularly with your supervisor, and develop a structured approach to designing, executing, analysing and writing up your research. You will have access to the IMS staff who have expertise in a wide range of areas at the interface with economics (management, innovation, entrepreneurship, marketing, occupational psychology). You will also have an annual allowance to contribute towards your research expenses and/or conference attendance.
Entry requirements
Applicants should normally possess the following qualifications: A first degree in a relevant subject area (normally of upper second-class honours standard or above), or an equivalent qualification. A taught masters in a relevant subject area (normally at the Merit standard or above). Applications may still be considered where an applicant possesses non-standard qualifications or equivalent experience. In all cases, final decisions about admissions will be made on the basis of a written proposal and interview to determine the applicant's preparedness for their proposed research and the availability of appropriate supervision. We accept a wide range of international qualifications. If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of 7.0 with a 7.0 in writing and no element lower than 6.0 to study this programme.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For details of fees and funding please visit https://www.gold.ac.uk/pg/fees-funding/ or the programme page on our website.
Provider information
Goldsmiths, University of London
New Cross
Lewisham
SE14 6NW