MRes/PhD Finance & Economics
A fully-funded doctoral programme combining structured training with research mentorship in finance and economics.
Best for:Best for ambitious students seeking a career in academia or high-level research institutions with a strong background in finance or economics.
Overview
The MRes/PhD in Finance & Economics at Warwick Business School is a prestigious, fully-funded doctoral programme designed to develop early-career researchers. Jointly run with the Department of Economics, the programme offers a structured two-year MRes phase followed by four years of PhD research. Students receive rigorous training in state-of-the-art research techniques while benefiting from close mentorship by leading academics. The programme aims to prepare graduates for successful careers in academia, international organizations, and central banks.
What you'll do
- Complete four compulsory modules during the first year of study.
- Complete five compulsory modules and a dissertation during the second year.
- Conduct independent, ground-breaking research in finance or economics.
- Participate in structured research training recognized by the ESRC.
- Engage with an interdisciplinary community of scholars and leading academics.
- Prepare for a professional career in academia or international policy institutions.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English proficiency required
Instruction: English
- Strong intellectual capability for independent research
- High level of stamina and drive for doctoral-level study
- Commitment to academic research excellence
- Must be capable of full-time study for a six-year duration
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-01-31
Applications must be submitted through the official university portal. Candidates should demonstrate their research potential and commitment to the programme in their application materials.
- Academic transcripts
- Research proposal
- Personal statement
- Reference letters
Contact
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