
Economics PhD Programme at London Business School
The Economics PhD Programme at London Business School is a PhD program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in London, United Kingdom, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 1, 2026.
About Economics PhD Programme
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Economics PhD Programme at London Business School
Entry Requirements
- Exceptional and inspirational educators who can teach our MBA, MSc, PhD and Executive Education programmes
- Strong background in economics research
- Faculty who conduct original research of exceptionally high quality that is publishable in top-tier academic journals.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
English Program Requirements
If English is not your native language, or if you have not been studying fully in English or living in an English-speaking country for at least two years, please submit your IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge CPE, CAE or PTE Academic score. Other tests will not be accepted.
Fee Information
How to Apply
Please have the following documents ready for upload:
- Original GMAT or GRE score report (less than five years old at the time of the application)
- Essays - please see below for more information*
- Transcript or certified copy of university grades from all past degrees - please see below for more information**
- CV
- A valid original Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Cambridge score report - please see below for more information***

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