Overview

The Economics PhD course from ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management enables you to pursue an international career in economics and in highly qualified roles in the public or private sector.

The scientific research that takes place in the ISEG research centres is an important element of the scientific support for this programme, with emphasis on the fields of Economics (UECE) and Applied Mathematics (CEMAPRE). It is these research centres, integrated in REM, that host the PhD students.

Those who are looking for an advanced education and who wish to carry out research in Economics, in preparation for a highly qualified role in the public sector or private sector. Such a position includes university teaching and research; the leadership and management of national and international organizations; consulting; training; and research projects and studies.

Career opportunities:

The PhD in Economics aims to provide an education that prepares PhD graduates for professional work that demands a higher degree of technical and scientific expertise, preparing them for international careers in Economics.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computational Economics
Experimental Economics
Advanced Econometrics
Advanced Economic Mathematics
Advanced Macroeconomics
Advanced Microeconomics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-18 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , International

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International students (from outside Europe) are not recommended to apply in the 3rd phase due to the time it takes to obtain a visa.

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Disciplines

Economics View 5 other PhDs in Economics in Portugal

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Applications are welcome from graduates of the ISEG Masters in Economics, the Masters in Monetary and Financial Economics, or an equivalent Masters. Applicants who have a Master’s degree or equivalent degree in another field may be admitted, but only if they have successfully studied for a syllabus similar to the syllabus of the 1st Semester of the ISEG Masters in Economics.

The selection of candidates is carried out by the Scientific Committee of the PhD Programme, based on the following criteria:

Master’s degree and corresponding final grade;

Bachelor’s degree and respective final grade;

Scientific curriculum and relevant professional experience.

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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

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Non-residents

4000 EUR / year

≈ 4000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

3500 EUR / year

≈ 3500 EUR / year

Additional Details

Year 2 and 3 EU students: € 2,000
Year 2 and 3 Non-EU students: € 3,000

Living costs

Lisbon

Portugal

630 - 1123 EUR / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Additional Details

Living costs

Lisbon

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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