Course options
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Qualification
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
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Location
University of Reading
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
19-SEP-22
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Duration
3 years
Course summary
Why study a PhD with us?
The Department of Economics has a long and established track record of innovative research, working with a wide variety of industrial and academic partners to achieve significant social and economic benefits. We provide you with the opportunity to carry out your studies and learn in a highly collaborative environment, putting you on the path to a successful career.
Our excellence in research100% of both our research impact and research environment is judged to be world-leading or internationally excellent. (Research Excellence Framework, 2014). You'll work in an environment where research is thriving, allowing you to produce your very best work. Our academic staff are also experts in their field, so you'll have the very best guidance.
Our teaching opportunitiesWe'll support you to develop your teaching skills and gain experience to prepare you for an academic career. We often offer opportunities to teach on undergraduate modules and supervise undergraduate projects in the Department. As a doctoral student at Reading, you can also attend the Graduate School's Preparing to Teach programme at no extra cost.
Your careerWe'll equip you with all the skills you need to progress in your chosen line of work. You'll develop a range of competencies including the ability to analyse data and to research intensively. Our PhD students go on to work in academia as postdoctoral researchers, lecturers and language teachers, but also find employment in industries such as banking, corporate finance, government and more.
Tuition fees
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£ 19,000per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
36th
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Campus address
University of Reading, Whiteknights House, PO Box 217, Reading, Wokingham, RG6 6AH, England
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Subject ranking
43rd out of 80 3
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Entry standards
/ Max 233119 54%40th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10078.0 78%36th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 53.89 78%52nd
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