PhD in Economics
VSB - Technical University of Ostrava
Key Information
Campus location
Ostrava, Czech Republic
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
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Introduction
PhD in Economics
Doctoral program in Economics welcomes all qualified applicants with Master´s degrees who have a strong interest in economic theory, econometric modelling, and applied economics. Graduates will be equipped with advanced knowledge of the history of economics, micro- and macroeconomics, international economics, and economic policy, and also important research skills for becoming a succesful researcher.
The aim of the study is to provide students with knowledge of advanced microeconomic and macroeconomic theories for their deep insight into the nature of economic phenomena and processes. At the same time, the aim is to equip students with a wide range of methods and techniques to explore the economic reality, which will enable them to understand complex economic relations at national and international level. An important goal is also to equip students with knowledge of the genesis and development of economic science to be able to critically perceive and evaluate economic theory and its policy implications in historical context and transformations.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the VSB-Technical University of Ostrava for more information.
Curriculum
- Economics
- English Language Dr.
- Quantitative methods of economic analysis
- Theory of Economics
Program Outcome
Graduate's skills
Graduates are able to design and use advanced research procedures in the field of Economics, in a way that extends the knowledge of the field by original research. Furthermore, they can develop and evaluate economic theories, concepts and methods using various approaches, including model building and econometric evaluation.