PhD programme in Economics
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Our four-year doctoral programme opens doors to exciting career opportunities in a variety of fields. Whether you aim for a future in academia, government departments and agencies, international organizations, or the private sector, our programme will equip you for success.
Our institution is renowned for its research and supervision in areas such as labor economics, macroeconomics, political economy, and public economics. There are also ample opportunities to specialize in a range of other research areas.
At the department, you'll find not only broad and deep expertise but also a stimulating and international research environment. We host several research seminars every week and welcome a large number of international guests, contributing to a dynamic atmosphere that fosters discussion and exchange of ideas.
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About the programme
The doctoral program in economics comprises 240 ECTS credits, with coursework accounting for 90 ECTS and the dissertation work for 150 ECTS.
In the first year (60 ECTS), the mandatory courses for the program include:
- Mathematical Methods (5+7.5 ECTS)
- Microeconomics (5+5+5 ECTS)
- Macroeconomics (7.5+7.5 ECTS)
- Econometrics (7.5+5 ECTS) along with Statistical Preparations (2.5 ECTS) and Time Series Analysis (2.5 ECTS).
In addition to the mandatory courses, there are a large number of elective courses offered in collaboration with the Stockholm School of Economics and Stockholm University. All doctoral courses are conducted in English.
To be awarded a doctoral degree, the doctoral student must achieve passing grades in all courses and have presented a doctoral dissertation defended in a public defense. The doctoral dissertation consists of 3–5 articles written in journal format and a summary of the articles. These articles can be either single-authored or co-authored.
The department provides funding for its doctoral students from the first day of employment.
Contact Information
Admissions Officer: Christoph Hedtrich, christoph.hedtrich@nek.uu.se
Course Administrator: Ulrika Öjdeby, ulrika.ojdeby@nek.uu.se
Program Director for the PhD Program: Mikael Bask, mikael.bask@nek.uu.se