Economics (PhD) 48 months PHD Program By Dalhousie University |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 551-700QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

6,714 CADTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Economics and EconometricsMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

This degree is intended particularly for those interested in an academic career. PhD students complete courses in micro- and macroeconomic theory, econometrics, and fields of specialization.
Information on how to apply can be found on the Applying for Graduate Studies webpage. For answers to frequently asked questions, please visit Application Procedures / FAQ.
Fields of specialization for the PhD are open, subject to the following requirements:
  • Applicants to the PhD must clearly indicate on their application the primary field in which they wish to specialize
  • A faculty member in the Department must agree to be the research supervisor after the student has finished their qualifying exams

PhD students must also complete a doctoral dissertation in the field of specialization that constitutes a major contribution to the state of knowledge in the field.

Program overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

This degree is intended particularly for those interested in an academic career. PhD students complete courses in micro- and macroeconomic theory, econometrics, and fields of specialization.
Information on how to apply can be found on the Applying for Graduate Studies webpage. For answers to frequently asked questions, please visit Application Procedures / FAQ.
Fields of specialization for the PhD are open, subject to the following requirements:
  • Applicants to the PhD must clearly indicate on their application the primary field in which they wish to specialize
  • A faculty member in the Department must agree to be the research supervisor after the student has finished their qualifying exams

PhD students must also complete a doctoral dissertation in the field of specialization that constitutes a major contribution to the state of knowledge in the field.

Admission Requirements

92+
3.3+
7+
Entrance to the PhD program normally requires completion of course requirements for an MA in Economics (not Business) with an average of at least A- at Dalhousie standards.

4 Years
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
6,714 CAD
International
6,714 CAD

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