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PhD opportunities
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Why study with us?
Join a Department with where you will be guided by expert academics in their field, pushing you to achieve your highest potential.
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How you'll study
Gain economics research skills through a structured training programme and many other opportunities.
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Fees and funding
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Find a supervisor
Our staff will support and guide you through the development of your research. Find a supervisor whose interests align with yours.
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How we support you
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Our PhD students
As a postgraduate research student in Economics at Reading you will be part of a vibrant community, working alongside a thriving group of young and established researchers.
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Our research
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