The University of Sheffield
Department of Economics

Entry Requirements for PhD / MPhil

Applicants should normally possess, or expect to obtain, a masters degree in an appropriate subject (with good passes across modules) and also have an upper second or first class honours degree in an appropriate subject. A strong economics background is essential.

Language requirements

All postgraduates need to be competent at spoken and written English. Applicants whose first language is not English AND who do not hold a degree from an English-speaking university will need to take an English language test - normally IELTS or TOEFL.

The test scores currently required are:

How to apply for PhD study

Fees and funding