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MSc in Behavioural Economics (1 year full-time) | PhD Research Opportunities in CeDEx | PhD Students in CeDEx

MSc in Behavioural Economics (1 year full-time)

This programme offers advanced level training in core areas of theoretical and quantitative economics (Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Economic Data Analysis) plus an opportunity to specialise in the rapidly developing field of behavioural economics.

Anyone taking the MSc in Behavioural Economics will learn behavioural economic theories, as well as various techniques in experimental research. This includeds conducting experimental projects in small teams. Students will also be invited to selected CeDEx research events (seminars and periodic mini-conferences). They will learn about economic research methodology and will undertake their own research project under the guidance of a supervisor. This research will lead to a Master dissertation on a behavioural theme.

Students can expect an international faculty as well as fellow students from all over the world. The programme is the ideal route for high calibre graduates of economics intending to undertake PhD research in behavioural/experimental economics. It is also suitable for those seeking entry to a wide range of careers in the public and private sectors, as well as in academic research.

Further information on the MSc in Behavioural Economics is available here. For information on how to apply, please go here. A small number of (part fee) bursaries is available for candidates entering this programme in 2010.

Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Chris Starmer or Professor Simon Gächter.

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PhD Research Opportunities in CeDEx

CeDEx welcomes applications from well-qualified candidates wishing to pursue research leading to PhD in any area of experimental and behavioural economics, individual choice or game theory. Some financial support may be available. In particular, a number of fee/maintenance scholarships are offered by the School of Economics (more information) and by the University's International Office (more information).

Applications are particularly encouraged from candidates wishing to pursue research in any of the following areas:

• Individual choice under risk or uncertainty
• Experimental games
• Modelling behaviour in games
• Behavioural economics
• Medical decision making
• Experimental methodology

Information about the research interests of individual CeDEx faculty members (with links to their personal websites) is available here. Our Discussion Papers and Publications sections give an impression of the range of topics CeDEx researchers have been working on in the past. PhD researchers at CeDEx take part in a annual conference-style workshop which brings together an international group of researchers in behavioural economics (including researchers from CREED at Amsterdam and CBESS at UEA). Details of upcoming and past events are available here.

For information on how to apply, please go here. However, potential applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss possible research topics informally with an appropriate member of CeDEx in advance of making an application. If you would like to discuss a possible proposal for research please contact us in the first instance.

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PhD Students in CeDEx