Entry requirements

MPhil/PhD Economics

A master’s degree in Economics or a closely related subject at merit level or above, or equivalent.

MPhil/PhD in Agri-Environmental Economics:

(i) a good honours degree in Economics or other relevant discipline from a UK university or an equivalent standard obtained overseas extending over not less than three years in a University or educational institution of equivalent rank.
or
(ii) MSc/MA degree in Economics or another relevant discipline from a UK university or an equivalent standard obtained overseas.

English language qualifications

All students from non-English speaking countries must show evidence of competence in an English language test at an appropriate level. Minimum standard IELTS = 6.5, incl 6.0 in reading and writing; TOEFL = 600, incl 4 in written English; internet-based TOEFL 90, incl 20 in reading and writing; Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English C; Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English B.

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How to apply

You can apply via the University’s website. If you do not have access to the web, please contact Information, Recruitment and Admissions at the address below for a paper copy of the application form.

All applications should include:

• Application form
• Official transcript: this must be certified as an original copy by the issuing institution and sent to the University of Kent directly from the issuing institution. It must show the class of the degree for UK students, the final GPA for students in the US system or the final examination results for students in other systems.
• Two letters of reference: references must be originals and they must be in English. They can now be submitted online via the web address above. The references should normally be from teachers who are familiar with your academic achievement and suitability for postgraduate studies. In some circumstances, such as midcareer professionals, references from your line manager can also be accepted.
• Evidence of proficiency in English, where applicable. For applicants whose English is not of a high enough standard, the University offers pre-sessional language courses.
  
  

If you are applying for a research degree you are required to submit an outline of approximately 1,500 words of the research project you wish to undertake.

All supporting application materials must be sent to the Recruitment and Admissions Office. You can send this information by fax to: +44 (0)1227 827077

by scanned attachment to: admissionspg@kent.ac.uk

or by post to:
Information, Recruitment and Admissions Office
The Registry,
University of Kent
Canterbury
Kent CT2 7NZ
UK

All applications are reviewed by a member of academic staff within the School. Once a decision has been reached, they make a recommendation to the University. Only the Admissions Office can make the formal offer of a place, though Economics staff may inform you of their recommendation.

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