Scholarships & funding

Productivity Institute PhD Scholarship - Understanding productivity: a macroeconomic perspective

The Adam Smith Business School is a partner institution in the ESRC Productivity Institute; it will advance knowledge and ensure it informs the significant decisions by governments and business leaders that can increase productivity.

We are looking for highly ambitious students who have an interest in the Economics of Productivity. We are looking for individuals with an eagerness to learn and develop innovative ideas, and who can work independently. The successful individual will become a fellow of the Institute and will join the PhD community in the School and the Institute.

Please see Productivity Institute PhD Scholarship for project details.

Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria

• A good first degree (at least 2:1), in Economics, Finance, or related quantitative subject. An MSc degree in Economics/Econometrics/Finance or related discipline is desirable.
• Demonstrate an interest in the Economics of productivity either from a macro, micro or applied and empirical perspective.
• Have a solid grounding in Econometrics and quantitative methods.

Please note that all applicants must also meet the entry requirements for the Economics, PhD. 

Number of Scholarships

1

Value

The scholarship is available as a +3 programme only. The programme will commence in October 2022. The funding includes:

• An annual stipend at the UKRI rate
• Fees at the standard home or international rate
• Students can also draw on a Research Training Support Grant, usually up to a maximum of £750 per year

How to apply

Please see Productivity Institute PhD Scholarship for more details.

Closing Date: 15 April 2022

For more information contact: John.Tsoukalas@glasgow.ac.uk