PhD in Economics and Policy for Sustainability in Leeds United Kingdom | University of Leeds

Pursuing a PhD typically requires a commitment of 3 years for full-time study or 5 years part-time, during which you'll create original research and analyze it within the context of existing knowledge. You'll conduct your research project under the guidance of a principal supervisor and potentially additional co-supervisors, while enhancing your research capabilities and acquiring diverse professional attributes. Whether your career aspirations lie in industry or academia, a doctoral program can serve as a pathway to your goals. Our globally-recognized research team investigates how economic theories, practices, and policies impact social and environmental sustainability. Additionally, we apply economic frameworks to address sustainability challenges. Our expertise focuses on creating cross-disciplinary, evidence-based methods for studying the complex relationships between socioeconomic systems and environmental resource management, including ecosystem services.