The
University of Copenhagen is awarding PhD Scholarship(s) in Economics with
specialization in discrete choice demand models based on entropy at the
Department of Economics. Scholarships are available for International students.
University of Copenhagen is awarding PhD Scholarship(s) in Economics with
specialization in discrete choice demand models based on entropy at the
Department of Economics. Scholarships are available for International students.
The
aim of this scholarship is to encourage the study of research at international
level.
aim of this scholarship is to encourage the study of research at international
level.
The
University of Copenhagen is the oldest university and research institution in
Denmark. It is the second oldest institution of higher education in Scandinavia
after Uppsala University.
University of Copenhagen is the oldest university and research institution in
Denmark. It is the second oldest institution of higher education in Scandinavia
after Uppsala University.
Scholarship Description
- Applications
Deadline: November 1, 2018 - Course
Level: Scholarships are available to
pursue PhD programme. - Study
Subject: Scholarships are awarded to study
Economics with specialization in discrete choice demand models based on
entropy at the Department of Economics, University of Copenhagen (UCPH). - Scholarship Award:
PhD students are paid a salary in accordance with the agreement between
the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional
Associations (AC). The PhD student has a work obligation of up to 840
hours over the 3-year period of time without additional pay. - Nationality:
Scholarships are available for
International students. - Number
of Scholarships: Numbers not
given - Scholarship can
be taken in Denmark
Eligibility for the Scholarship
Eligible
Countries: Scholarships are available for
International students.
Countries: Scholarships are available for
International students.
Entrance
Requirements: Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Requirements: Applicants must meet the following criteria:
The
ideal candidate has obtained a PhD in economics or a related field,
demonstrating interest and ability in micro-economics, micro-econometrics,
computer programming, and/or mathematics. The candidate must be motivated and
able to engage in theoretical and empirical work, and have good oral and
written communication skills.
ideal candidate has obtained a PhD in economics or a related field,
demonstrating interest and ability in micro-economics, micro-econometrics,
computer programming, and/or mathematics. The candidate must be motivated and
able to engage in theoretical and empirical work, and have good oral and
written communication skills.
Students
who have completed a BSc plus 60 ECTS of an MSc degree programme would enrol as
PhD students simultaneously with their enrolment in the MSc degree programme
(4+4 PhD study programme). Applicants should check the study programmes for
more detailed descriptions of the entry requirements. Until an MSc degree is
obtained, the grant is paid partly in the form of up to 48 state education
grant portions (in Danish: SU-klip). More specifically the PhD student will be
paid two grant portions per month plus salary for work (teaching, presentations
etc.) which totals a workload of at least 280 hours. Payment and conditions of
employment are determined in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry
of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). Upon
completion of the MSc degree the student is transferred to the salary-earning
part of the PhD studies.
who have completed a BSc plus 60 ECTS of an MSc degree programme would enrol as
PhD students simultaneously with their enrolment in the MSc degree programme
(4+4 PhD study programme). Applicants should check the study programmes for
more detailed descriptions of the entry requirements. Until an MSc degree is
obtained, the grant is paid partly in the form of up to 48 state education
grant portions (in Danish: SU-klip). More specifically the PhD student will be
paid two grant portions per month plus salary for work (teaching, presentations
etc.) which totals a workload of at least 280 hours. Payment and conditions of
employment are determined in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry
of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). Upon
completion of the MSc degree the student is transferred to the salary-earning
part of the PhD studies.
In
order to be eligible for a scholarship in the 5+3 PhD study programme in
Economics the applicant must have completed a two-year MSc degree programme in
Economics, or have earned 120 ECTS credits at an equivalent academic level
before starting his or her employment. Applicants should check the study
programmes for more detailed descriptions of the entry requirements. In
particular, applicants must have completed relevant advanced courses within the
core disciplines of macroeconomics, microeconomics and econometrics. PhD
students are paid a salary in accordance with the agreement between the
Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
(AC). The PhD student has a work obligation of up to 840 hours over the 3-year
period of time without additional pay.
order to be eligible for a scholarship in the 5+3 PhD study programme in
Economics the applicant must have completed a two-year MSc degree programme in
Economics, or have earned 120 ECTS credits at an equivalent academic level
before starting his or her employment. Applicants should check the study
programmes for more detailed descriptions of the entry requirements. In
particular, applicants must have completed relevant advanced courses within the
core disciplines of macroeconomics, microeconomics and econometrics. PhD
students are paid a salary in accordance with the agreement between the
Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
(AC). The PhD student has a work obligation of up to 840 hours over the 3-year
period of time without additional pay.
English
Language Requirements: The candidate must be
motivated and able to engage in theoretical and empirical work, and have good
oral and written communication skills.
Language Requirements: The candidate must be
motivated and able to engage in theoretical and empirical work, and have good
oral and written communication skills.
Application Procedure
How
to Apply: The application can be in either Danish
or English and should include a short motivation letter (maximum 1 page), a
research project proposal, a study plan, a CV (including the applicant’s
address and e-mail address), a list of publications (if any), a copy of the
applicant’s Master thesis and a copy of the Master certificate.
to Apply: The application can be in either Danish
or English and should include a short motivation letter (maximum 1 page), a
research project proposal, a study plan, a CV (including the applicant’s
address and e-mail address), a list of publications (if any), a copy of the
applicant’s Master thesis and a copy of the Master certificate.
Please
note that it is only possible to upload one document per attachment category.
If more than one document has to be uploaded in the same category, please make
sure that they are scanned and collected into one file.
note that it is only possible to upload one document per attachment category.
If more than one document has to be uploaded in the same category, please make
sure that they are scanned and collected into one file.
The
application must be submitted electronically no later than 1 November
2018.
application must be submitted electronically no later than 1 November
2018.
After
the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager
(in this case the Head of Department) selects applicants for assessment on the
advice of the Appointments Committee. All applicants are then immediately
notified whether their application have been passed for assessment by an expert
assessment committee.
the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager
(in this case the Head of Department) selects applicants for assessment on the
advice of the Appointments Committee. All applicants are then immediately
notified whether their application have been passed for assessment by an expert
assessment committee.
The
following criteria will be when short listing candidates for assessment:
following criteria will be when short listing candidates for assessment:
- Research
qualifications as reflected in the project proposal. - Quality
and feasibility of the project. - Qualifications
and knowledge in relevant Economics disciplines. - Performance
(grades obtained) in graduate and post-graduate studies. - Department
of Economics can offer adequate supervision for the research topic in question.
