Application Deadline: March 4, 2025
The Centre for the Study of African Economies at University of Oxford is inviting applications for full scholarships for aspiring African Economists that are enrolled in the MPhil (2-year Master’s) or DPhil (PhD) in Economics at the University of Oxford. The MPhil in Economics is designed to provide rigorous training in economic theory, applied economics, and econometric methods. It is comparable to the first two years of a PhD programme at a US university.
The first year of the MPhil in Economics programme starts with a non-examined preparatory course in mathematical methods. The first two terms of the academic year focus on three compulsory courses in the central areas of microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics. These three courses are offered on two levels.
In the second year, applicants will take four option courses. The option courses build on the first-year training and provide deeper and broader training in the areas of interest. The second important component of the second year is the required thesis, supervised by a member of the department.
The three compulsory courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics are examined before the start of the third term of the first year. The required thesis is an important component of the second year, and is supervised by a member of the department. The thesis is usually expected to contain some original research. It can be incorporated into a DPhil thesis, if the applicants continue onto the doctoral programme.
Eligibility
- A first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in economics.
- Applicants must demonstrate a strong quantitative preparation.
- Candidates with a first degree in another related discipline should demonstrate how their academic background prepares them for graduate study in economics.
- For applicants with a bachelor’s degree from the USA, the minimum overall GPA that is normally required to meet the undergraduate-level requirement is 3.6 out of 4.0
Requirements
- This course requires proficiency in English at the University’s higher level
- Publications are not expected.
Application Details
- CV/Resume
- Official transcripts
- Statement of purpose/ personal statement
- Referees (Three overall, academic and/or professional)
- One essay of a maximum of 2,000 words
- GRE General Test results
The application (including the supporting documents outlined above) will be assessed against the entry requirements detailed on this course page. Whether or not the applicants have secured funding will not be taken into consideration when the application is assessed
