In both the MPhil and Ph.D. programmes, candidates will be required to undertake in-depth research in the area of study and to write a dissertation (M.Phil.) or thesis (Ph.D.) in-line with The University’s Regulations.
M.Phil. Degree
M.Phil. candidates are required to read for courses totaling a minimum of six credits at the graduate level.
Candidates enrolled for the M.Phil. degree must satisfactorily complete at least two research seminars, to be convened by the Director of the HEU, prior to the submission of the M.Phil. thesis.
Ph.D. Degree
Ph.D. candidates are required to successfully complete courses totaling nine credits at the graduate level.
Candidates enrolled for a Ph.D. degree must satisfactorily complete at least three research seminars, to be convened by the Director of the HEU, prior to the submission of the Ph.D. thesis.
Graduate level courses will be determined by the Selection Committee in consultation with the candidate and will be determined by the background of the candidate. M.Phil. and Ph.D. candidates who have completed the M.Sc. in Economics are encouraged to apply for exemption from taught courses.