Economics (PhD)
University of Southampton · Southampton, United Kingdom
About this programme
A research-focused PhD in Economics at the University of Southampton covering applied, theoretical, and policy-focused economics, with supervision from internationally renowned academics and access to specialist facilities including a decision-making laboratory and Bloomberg trading room.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Business
- Tuition
- £20,100 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (6)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Social Impact ScholarshipFully funded
- Great Britain-China Educational Trust Chinese Student AwardsPartial funding · Two rounds yearly: 11 October (autumn) and 11 April (spring)
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds
- Horizon Europe Fee WaiverPartial funding · On PhD application (annual)
- Presidential BursariesPartial funding · On PhD application (annual)