Research Focus
Behavioral economics, game theory and industrial organizations, political economics, public economics, European Economic Review. Appropriate for students: economics, mathematics, statistics, political science, public administration, strategic management at business colleges, finance, social sciences.
Programme Structure and Funding
The standard of full-time doctoral degree for this project is three to four years. (36-48 months)
Training programmes
- In the first year, advanced training in econometrics, research methodologies and other related topics will be conducted.
- In the second and third years, efforts will be made to complete your research, including two additional research papers.
- Thesis was written and completed during the last semester.
School fees
School Economics 23000 GBP /year
Scholarship support
The project can be applied for the ESRC White Rose Training Partnership (DTP), which is co-financed and offers scholarships to British and overseas students for doctoral studies. Description of funding for ESRC Dr. White Rose training partnership
- Tuition fees
- Annual allowance for living expenses equivalent to the British Research Council rate
- Grant application process to support research training:
- 12 Before the end of the month apply for a Ph.D. scholarship. Contact and apply for study places at the Faculty of Economics.
- Applying for a degree is successful, and the mentor will work with you to improve the research programme for the application.
Suitable Academic Backgrounds
Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Political Science, Public Administration, Strategic Management, Finance, Social Sciences, etc.
Entry Requirements
- Academic background: The applicant shall have an undergraduate degree equivalent to British second degree or higher (2: 1) or higher, and a master’s degree in the relevant subject has reached the merit level.
- Language requirement: IELTS 6.5 points, at least 6.0 points each. ToEFL iBT total score 90.
Application Materials
- Curricula vitae.
- Certificate and report card for bachelor’s and master’s studies. If you have completed your master’s thesis, please upload a copy, and if you are still a student, upload your interim report card.
- Study plan, completed on the basis of the template of the web page below. (https://sheffield.ac.uk/economics/postradiate/phd/apply/research-proposal)
- The first language is not English and an English language certificate for applicants who have not obtained a degree from the English language course.
- Two letters of recommendation.
Application Process
Applications for scholarships should be considered by the end of 12 at the time node, with no award available for the full year and admission to the following autumn year. Online application for access to the Sheffield University Official Network, registration and completion of application forms, selection of the Ph.D. in Economics project, uploading of all materials. The materials review and interview schools review applications and applicants are required to participate in interviews to assess research potential and adaptability. After an assessment by the school, the acceptance notice is sent by mail or on-line account. Follow-up procedures for admission, payment of a school fee deposit, preparation of visa applications and acquisition of CAS numbers. Suggested time for submission: In order to ensure access, it is recommended that applications be submitted as early as possible after they are open, with the possibility of early closure of a popular profession.
Career Prospects
- Employment field and destination: financial services jobs: investment analysis, risk management, asset management, institutions: banks (four major, foreign), securities, funds, trusts, etc.
- Advisory and strategic planning: strategic consulting, market analysis, management consulting, for large, business or international organizations.
- The public sector and international organizations: the Commission, the Fiscal Authority, OECD, the United Nations, etc., are involved in policy formulation and economic management.
- Academic and scientific research: higher education teaching and research institutions need further doctoral degrees.
- Emerging areas: digital economy analysis, integration of artificial intelligence with economics, adaptation to technology-driven industrial upgrading needs.
- Industry trends and the competitive environment: market demand stability: long-term growth in demand in the areas of finance, consulting, public policy, particularly in the areas of digital transformation and green economy. Pay advantages: pay is well paid for highly skilled jobs (e.g. financial analysis, data mining).
