伯明翰大学经济系以其最高质量的研究而享誉国际。经济学博士学位课程旨在训练博士研究人员进行具有较高学术成就的研究，并为该学科做出重要的和原创性的贡献。预计博士研究人员将在该部门的生命中尽最大可能参与。除其他外，这意味着参加该系举办的研讨会，从而帮助博士研究人员了解来自其专业领域之外的新想法。它还需要积极参加由伯明翰大学以外的研究小组和机构组织的博士讲习班和会议。通常为全日制4年（对于已在本系修完硕士学位的学生，通常减少为3年）
Course overview Bringing together leading economic research and world-class mentorship, our PhD Economics is designed for ambitious scholars committed to advancing economic understanding and developing innovative solutions to global challenges. Course highlights A PhD in Economics at the University of Birmingham offers rigorous academic training, an internationally renowned research environment, and comprehensive professional development, preparing you to make significant contributions to the field. High Academic Merit: The programme is designed to train you to conduct research of the highest academic quality, making significant and original contributions to the field International Reputation: The Department of Economics enjoys an international reputation for research excellence Supportive Environment: You'll benefit from a dedicated supervisory team, regular feedback, and a vibrant academic community Professional Development: The programme encourages participation in seminars, workshops, and conferences, both within and outside the university, enhancing your professional network and exposure to new ideas