For both programme options, first-hand field exposure is encouraged both through class frameworks, internships, and thesis research. In some cases, this number of classes may be reduced on the basis of advanced placement granted for previous work. Applicants may be required to submit the results of the Graduate Record Examination in Economics with their application. They should also consult Faculty of Graduate Studies Regulations on admission requirements and English language proficiency. Students admitted to a three-year PhD programme may do so after having satisfactorily completed a prescribed class of study during their first year.
Departmental approval is required for the programme of each student.
The structure of the PhD programme is described below. The PhD Programme is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in economic theory and quantitative methods and intensive work in two applied fields of economics. Two fields of specialization 3. They are also required to show proficiency in Quantitative Analysis and Economic History in the class of their work. Year 1 1.