Doctor of Philosophy in Economics PHD Programme By Boston University |TopUniversities
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Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Study Level

PHD

The doctoral program in the Department of Economics is designed to prepare students for careers in academics, government at all levels, and in international organizations. Through rigorous coursework, seminars, independent research, workshops, and one-on-one consultation with faculty, students learn to master basic tools of economic theory and quantitative analysis and, further, demonstrate the means by which theoretical tools may be applied to practical problems. Faculty in the department maintain close contact with graduate students, guiding them through all aspects of research and, ultimately, the dissertation. Applicants with degrees in economics or related disciplines, such as mathematics and business, are eligible to apply. Course Requirements Students must complete 16 semester courses (64 credits), and have the option of obtaining an MA in Political Economy (MAPE) while completing the requirements for the PhD.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Study Level

PHD

The doctoral program in the Department of Economics is designed to prepare students for careers in academics, government at all levels, and in international organizations. Through rigorous coursework, seminars, independent research, workshops, and one-on-one consultation with faculty, students learn to master basic tools of economic theory and quantitative analysis and, further, demonstrate the means by which theoretical tools may be applied to practical problems. Faculty in the department maintain close contact with graduate students, guiding them through all aspects of research and, ultimately, the dissertation. Applicants with degrees in economics or related disciplines, such as mathematics and business, are eligible to apply. Course Requirements Students must complete 16 semester courses (64 credits), and have the option of obtaining an MA in Political Economy (MAPE) while completing the requirements for the PhD.

Admission Requirements

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Applicants hold a four-year Bachelor’s degree from an accredited US institution or its international equivalent.  If you have earned a three-year degree that is the equivalent of a four-year degree in the US, it will be accepted in the admissions process.  Other English Language Requirements: TOEFL Paper Based score of at least 600.

Jan-2000

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