Course Overview
The PhD Economics at Newcastle University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. Our Economics PhD programme aims to develop rigorous scholars who can advance both academic knowledge and practice in the area of Economics. The programme is designed to give you greater depth to your professional life and to equip you with the skills necessary to succeed in a knowledge-intensive economy. Our research is organised into 15 research centres and groups. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 75% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £34,000 within three years, a 92% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry requirements The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry. Academic entry requirementsA 2:1 honours degree and a merit award at master's level, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject.If you don't have a master's degree there is a wide range of programmes for you to choose from in Newcastle University Business School.Alternatively, you may apply for 1+3 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£24,400
per year
Home Student Fee
£5,238
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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