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6 Economics PhD Degree Programs in Italy

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Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna
PhD in Economics
- Pisa, Italy
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Economics is a 4-year programme designed for highly qualified and motivated students who wish to acquire the research and analytical skills of the international scientific community in Economics. The Programme is offered in close cooperation with UCA-University of Cote d’Azur (Nice, France), and an agreement for the exchange of students and faculty is also in place with the University of Strasbourg (France) and IMT-School Lucca.


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Free University of Bozen-Bolzano
PhD in Economics and Finance
- Bolzano, Italy
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
PhD in Economics and Finance This PhD programme is jointly run by the Universities of Trento and the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano.


The University of Milan
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PhD in Economics
- Milan, Italy
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
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The PhD in Economics aims to train research doctors who, in addition to possessing a high level of expertise as regards all the fundamental aspects (methodological, theoretical, analytical) of economic science, are also capable of producing original scientific research within their chosen area of specialization for the purpose of producing the doctoral thesis.


Université Côte d’Azur (UniCA)
International Ph.D. in Economics
- Pisa, Italy
- Genoa, Italy
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PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
International Ph.D. in Economics. Université Côte d'Azur (UniCA) international Ph.D. in economics offers training in traditional economic disciplines - like microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, financial market analysis, industrial organization - and training in disciplines embedding a complexity-based perspective such as computational economics, experimental economics, the analysis of financial and economic networks.
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Luiss PhD programs
Ph.D. in Economics
- Rome, Italy
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. in Economics at Luiss Guido Carli is a four-year program providing advanced education in all the main areas of economics. It is aimed at training international economists capable of contributing to the advancement of knowledge and capable of expanding the frontiers of research in economic disciplines.


European University Institute (EUI)
Doctoral Programme in Economics
- Florence, Italy
PhD
On-Campus
English
As a research-strong department, we offer focused supervision on your Ph.D., providing the support to explore your ideas and develop your intellectual autonomy. Our researchers work together, and with faculty, generating strong networks and connections that last throughout their time at the EUI and into their future career. Yet our academic community is bigger than our faculty and our researchers -- we welcome a huge number of world famous scholars to our Department each year. These visitors present and discuss their work, allowing you to build your knowledge and develop your ideas further. You can interact with these experts on an unprecedented level
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Studying for a PhD in Economics in Italy presents a unique opportunity to engage with a rich intellectual tradition, blending traditional economic theory with contemporary issues. Students delve into complex topics such as market analysis, public policy, and behavioral economics, often enriched by Italy's robust economic history and diverse perspectives.
In this research-focused environment, scholars build their expertise through quantitative and qualitative analysis, crafting rigorous economic models and conducting empirical research. You might work on projects analyzing consumer behavior or evaluating the impact of economic policies. The collaborative atmosphere fosters independence and encourages critical thinking.
As you explore economic systems globally, you’ll gain valuable skills applicable in various professional fields. Graduates often pursue careers in academia, government, or international organizations, contributing to policy formulation or economic research. The environment nurtures a dynamic exchange of ideas, enhancing your adaptability as you engage with diverse economic contexts.