Ø   To provide high quality academic education and training in the field of economics at the doctoral level

 Ø  To prepare students in teaching and research or for position of responsibility in government, research organizations, and in the business world

 Ø  To strengthen teaching and research within the University, in areas related to economic science, an endeavour which ultimately benefits to the Macao society

This is a research degree by dissertation.   Applicants are expected to have a masters degree in Economics from an accredited university, or its equivalent.

Applicants are required to prove English proficiency, such as TOFEL (minimum score of 550) and IELTS (minimum score of 6.0 or above).

If you are unsure about whether your qualifications are sufficient, complete an application form (downloadable from our Registry’s website) with your academic transcript.  Individual cases will be considered on their own merit.   Alternatively, you may want to contact one of our academic staff members for discussion of possible thesis topic before submitting your application.