The programme provides students with the option of two pathways: the ‘Finance Pathway’ and the ‘Economics Pathway’. Under each pathway, modules have been introduced to provide students with advanced training in economics or finance. Within the programme there are two pathways; the ‘Financial Economics Pathway’ and the ‘Economics Pathway’ and under each pathway, optional modules are provided which offer students with advanced training specific to that pathway. Whilst studying a PhD programme, students will be working closely with both their supervisory team and the ULMS academic community. This will ensure that their final submission is a comprehensive thesis within a specified research area and consequently will be able to defend their thesis during their viva voce. The programme includes the completion of compulsory skills modules which provides students with the opportunity to identify and develop the knowledge, skills, behaviours and personal qualities that all postgraduate researchers should acquire over the course their PhD. Researchers will be given the opportunity to introduce their research to those outside of their discipline and to discuss this with academics, fellow research students and visitors.

From your very first week here we will support your future career plans and you will have access to many careers related activities and events during your time with us. As part of your career development all PGRs are therefore recommended to set time aside to consider research and engage in activities that will enhance their future career, unless they already are on a set career path. The online Careers Development Portfolio offers advice on a wide range of career related materials to prepare your career plan, covering career management, networking, interviews, preparation for academic and other career paths, which may include Volunteering, a Teaching qualification or other Work experience.