Doctor of Philosophy - Economics

Deepen your understanding of economics—what drives people to make the decisions they do and the effect those choices have. Get a head start in your career with a postgraduate qualification in Economics from Victoria’s School of Economics and Finance—recognised as one of the leading centres for teaching and research in the field in Australasia. Study full time or part time, learning from world-class academics who publish research articles in a wide range of top-ranking journals in economics. Tailor your studies to your own interests and career goals. You’ll learn to use advanced economic tools and develop a greater range of analytical and research skills. Graduate well prepared for a challenging role in business or the state sector. Those already working in the field can choose from a flexible range of professional programmes, so that you can study while you work.

Research degree such as Honours or Master's by thesis from a New Zealand university with an average grade of B+ or higher, an approved international equivalent, or other approved evidence of adequate training and ability.If you have a four-year Bachelor's degree graded in a four-point GPA system, you will need to have a GPA of at least 3.0 out of 4.0.If you have a Bachelor's degree graded in the British system (including from India), you must have been awarded the degree with first or upper second-class Honours.Either a Bachelor’s degree with Honours or a Master’s degree from a New Zealand university, with an overall GPA of no less than 6 (letter grade B+);Or to be currently enrolled in a Master’s thesis at the Victoria University of Wellington and meet the requirements for conversion to a PhD;arrange references from two refereesupload a sample of your academic writing in Englishprepare an overview of your intended research project.