Nova Scotia,
NS,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Economics in Halifax Canada | Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University
|
Halifax Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
14,819
(c. USD10,624.62)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Master of Arts in Economics is a rigorous 12-to-16-month program designed to equip students for doctoral studies in economics or careers as economic analysts across public and private sectors. Additionally, the Department provides a Master of Development Economics (MDE), a professional program concentrating on economic advancement in developing nations and impoverished regions within affluent countries like Canada. The MDE curriculum readies graduates for policy analysis roles in domestic or international public and private organizations. Furthermore, the department offers a PhD program primarily tailored for aspiring academics. Doctoral candidates undertake coursework in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, econometrics, plus two specialized fields.
This advanced degree specifically targets individuals pursuing academic careers. PhD participants fulfill requirements in theoretical economics, quantitative methods, and specialized discipline areas.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Entrance to the PhD program normally requires completion of course requirements for an MA in Economics (not Business) with an average of at least A- at Dalhousie standards.
English language requirement:
- Internet-based TOEFL (Academic iBT): 92
- MELAB: 85
- IELTS: 7
- CAEL: 70 with no band score lower than 60
- Dalhousie College of Continuing Education (CCE): A-
- Pearson English Test PTE Academic: overall score of 65 and nothing below 54
The application deadline for September admission is January 31
Tuition
CAD
14,819