The University of Exeter Business School MRes + PhD Scholarships in Economics Ref: 5310

Scholarship Description:

The University of Exeter Business School trains world-class researchers who will shape how we understand and respond to the most important societal challenges.

We have a very generous funding scheme to support the most outstanding students who wish to complete a PhD in Economics. Successful applicants first receive funding to complete one of the University of Exeter Business School’s Research Masters (MRes), which provides a rigorous foundation in the skills that are required to conduct high quality research. Students who meet the PhD entry criteria will then receive funding for full-time study in one of the University of Exeter Business School’s PhD programmes.

Funding Details

Annual total (i.e., remuneration + stipend): £24,595.00
• Full tuition fees at UK/International fee rate
• Remuneration for 180 hours teaching: circa £3434.00 (2024/25 rate, subject to tax & National Insurance)
• Annual stipend: £21,161.00 (2024/25 rate)

Students are additionally eligible for funding to support their research, development and conference attendance.

The scholarship includes a requirement that students work as teaching or research assistants for 23 days (180 hours) a year. This is a valuable part of your training and will ensure that you graduate from the Business School as a highly skilled researcher and educator. The Programme is run on a full-time basis only and students are expected to live in Exeter.

Students in the Economics pathway complete the two-year MRes in economics, which prepares students for a PhD in an area requiring a strong grounding in econometrics (e.g., economics).

Decisions on PhD topic and supervision will be made towards the end of the MRes, giving students plenty of time to explore a range of topics and to meet the faculty.

Successful students will be registered on an integrated PhD, encompassing both the taught and research element of the programme.

Entry requirements

You need an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.

How to apply

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How to apply
You need an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Most incoming students also hold a Masters degree. You need to give details of two referees. They should be faculty members who know your work well and can judge your research potential, such as previous supervisors or academic tutors. You can also attach a CV of up to two pages long. The essay forms an important part of the application, so ensure that you give this sufficient attention.

You will be asked to complete the application form, and to upload the documents listed below by midnight 24th February 2025.

1. An essay of no more than 750 words maximum explaining (1) why you are applying for the scholarship, (2) why you are a suitable recipient of the scholarship and (3) your expectations for the MRes + PhD in your chosen pathway.
2. A CV of no more than 2 pages
3. The official transcript or certified copy of university grades from all past degrees
4. Two academic reference letters (one must be from your most recent institution)
5. If relevant, valid, original Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Cambridge score report (if required).

Application Timeline:
• Applications are due by midnight 24th February 2025
• Short-listed applicants will be invited to an interview in March 2025 to meet faculty and discuss their candidacy.
• Orientation for new students takes place in September 2025
For more information about the scholarship and informal enquiries, please contact pgrapplicants@exeter.ac.uk

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