Overview

As a doctoral student, you can also take part in areas of knowledge such as society, technology and science that are included in the scientific base.

In the graduate school, the goal is to offer you as a doctoral student a good understanding of the subject through both theory and method.

Features

In Technology Management and Economics at Chalmers University of Technology, you get to take part in studies in areas such as the role of technology for societal development and industrial renewal based on technological innovations.

You will also develop knowledge about the management and organization of technology-based activities in business and the public sector.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The Department's doctoral studies is a unique education in which the doctoral students take on issues relevant to academia as well as industry.

We put emphasis on good theoretical and methodological skills.

Research education has an interdisciplinary form and includes economic, organizational, and social aspects of technology and use of technology.

Social science, natural science, technical and mathematical knowledge areas are all covered in the scientific base.

Within the department's doctoral studies, the graduate school of Technology Management and Economics includes studies in different areas, such as the role of technology for social development, industrial renewal based on technological innovations as well as management and organization of technology-based business and business sector activities.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Vacant PhD positions can open multiple times a year. Check the university’s website.

Language

English

PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Göteborg, Sweden

Disciplines

Economics General Engineering & Technology View 18 other PhDs in Economics in Sweden

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be qualified for admission in Technology Management and Economics the student must have earned a degree at the second-cycle level.

The orientation of the student’s degree shall also have a sufficiently close connection to the subject of the doctoral programme.

The field of Technology Management and Economics is a broad and interdisciplinary field. Applicants may therefore hold degrees in the social sciences and humanities, as well as engineering.

Equivalent requirements apply to individuals who have taken their first degree in a country other than Sweden.

The examiner, in consultation with the principal supervisor, shall assess whether the applicant has the requisite capacity to successfully complete the doctoral programme. Other requirements for general entry are regulated in Appointment regulation for doctoral programmes.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Doctoral students aren't required to pay tuition fees.

Living costs

Göteborg

Sweden

7552 - 13932 SEK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Göteborg

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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