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PhD Finance

At Maynooth University

Location

Republic of Ireland

Qualification

Degree - Doctoral (Level 10 NFQ)

Fees

EUR15000

(2026)

Duration

4 Year(s)

Next intake

11.01.2027

Entry Score

6.5

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Next intake:11.01.2027
Entry Score: IELTS 6.5
EUR15000 (2026)

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Course info

The PhD Finance programme creates a framework that complements and supports independent research in the field of finance, whilst providing milestones through which the graduate student will advance, and structured educational inputs to support and develop the student. Students are required to complete a written thesis and viva voce examination together with at least 15 credits in subject specific modules and at least 15 credits in transferable skills. The programme can be undertaken on a full or part-time. PhD students generally start their programme in either September or January.

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Duration: 4 Year(s)

Fees: EUR15000

Intake	Location
January, 2027	MAYNOOTH
Semester 1 (September), 2027	MAYNOOTH
January, 2028	MAYNOOTH

Entry requirements for Maynooth University

Applicants must have a minimum of 2.1 overall in MA/MSc degree in Economics or Finance and a minimum of B- (or equivalent) in core modules in the acquired degree. Depending on the degree, core modules may include Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics and/or Finance. If the applicant’s MA/MSc is from a university other than Maynooth University, the PhD applicant may be required to take a qualifying exam in Microeconomic Theory, Finance and Econometrics.

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Application Deadline

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Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at Maynooth University. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.