PhD Studentship in Economics at Royal Holloway, University of London

Overview

The Department of Economics at Royal Holloway, University of London invites applications for its structured PhD programme in Economics. The opportunity is designed for aspiring economists, researchers, academics, policy professionals, and quantitative researchers seeking advanced doctoral training within a research-intensive UK university environment. Students can undertake independent, original research in economics on either a full-time basis over four years or a part-time basis over eight years.

Participants may be considered for competitive funding opportunities through the South-East Doctoral Training Arc (SEDarc), an ESRC-funded partnership of six leading UK universities. The estimated funding is approximately £22,780 (to be confirmed), which includes a £2,000 London Allowance.

Eligibility

• Open to UK, EU, and international students.
• Applicants should normally hold an MSc in Economics or a related quantitative field demonstrating strong analytical preparation.
• Candidates without an MSc may explore the alternative pathway of applying to the university's combined MSc and PhD programmes.
• Requires a well-developed research proposal and prior alignment with a potential academic supervisor within the department.

How to Apply

Applicants must prepare a viable research proposal, assemble supporting academic documents, and secure support from a potential supervisor before applying. Early preparation is strongly advised as supervisor matching cannot be arranged at the last minute. Prospective candidates should consult the official links below to review formal submission guidelines and monitor autumn funding updates.

Deadline

Applications must be submitted by 12 noon on Friday, 11 December 2026.