Financial Economics MRes + MPhil/PhD
University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
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University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
Financial Economics MRes + MPhil/PhD
Doctoral · Business
About this programme
This is a joint programme offered by the UCL School of Management and the Department of Economics at UCL, providing you with a specialist education and research experience, and an advanced understanding of financial economics. This highly selective programme equips you with the nuanced skills to conduct insightful, impactful, and original research, preparing you for a
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Business
- Duration
- 5 years
- Tuition
- £19,300 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
Applicants must hold a distinction in a Master's degree in Economics (or closely related subject) or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Applicants must demonstrate a high level of analytical and quantitative skills (such as in mathematics and statistics), evidenced by strong performance in relevant modules taken on previous degree programmes and/or through relevant standardised test performances (such as GRE Quantitative of at least 160). Submitting your GRE test result is encouraged but not compulsory and is only one of the components used to assess the strength of applicati
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 (3)
- Commonwealth 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