Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] [Philosophy] From University of Essex

You explore topics including:

• The statistical foundations for a variety of estimating methods
• Ways of testing economic hypotheses
• The classical linear regression model
• The use of asymptotic methods in econometrics
• The analysis of stock markets and other financial data

Your future

After completing your masters, you may wish to extend your knowledge with a research degree Ð many Essex graduates decide to stay here for further study.

Alternatively, the Economics and Econometrics course offered by the University of Essex also prepares you for employment; recent surveys have shown that higher degree graduates are more likely to obtain jobs at professional or managerial level.

On our course you will develop key employability skills including statistical analysis, mathematical techniques, research, analytical reasoning and modelling.

Our graduates find employment in roles such as business and financial analysts, management consultants, government officials, and economists for banks and other financial organisations.