University of Liverpool Graduate Teaching Fellowship for Economics PhD Students

Kickstart your academic career with full financial support for your Economics PhD and gain expert skills in research and teaching with our Graduate Teaching Fellowships (GTF).

Are you planning to start an Economics PhD in October 2027? Don’t miss the opportunity to apply for one of the University of Liverpool Management School’s 4-year GTFs.

A GTF is a studentship for full-time PhD students which provides substantial financial support and an opportunity to gain experience as a higher education (HE) teacher.

This means that as well as pursuing your PhD research, you’ll also be involved in a fixed number of teaching hours during your time with us.

In year one, alongside your specific PhD research modules, you’ll complete a short teacher training programme by the University of Liverpool.

You’ll need a UK master’s degree, or international equivalent, in economics or a related discipline, preferably at merit or above, plus demonstrable quantitative and programming skills.

You’ll also need to submit a strong research proposal in areas including, but not limited to:

• Microeconomics theory

• Applied microeconomics

• Macroeconomics

• Econometrics and financial econometrics

• Political economy

• Industrial organisation

• Sports economics.

To discuss the entry requirements for this programme, please contact the Management School’s Postgraduate Research Team.

Receiving the University of Liverpool's GTFs gives you the funds to launch your academic career, while you gain valuable teaching training and experience to become a well-rounded scholar:

• £21,805 annual maintenance grant*

• Full coverage of PhD programme fees

• HE teacher training and practice.

GTFs are compatible with external bursaries, as well as other funds for postgraduate research students offered by the Management School, including a £700 per year GTF allowance (available from Year 2) and the Conference Support Scheme.

To apply for the University of Liverpool Graduate Teaching Fellowship for Economics PhD Students;

Contact supervisors

You do not have to contact potential supervisors to apply for this studentship. However, you’re welcome to suggest relevant academics in your application – Please, bear in mind this is not compulsory, and it will not necessarily give you an advantage.

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   If you’d like to do so, please check our list of Economics experts to review their research areas and visit their individual profiles.

   The Department will take into consideration your suggested supervisors when it reviews your application, but please bear in mind that it will make the final decision after assessing who the best match for your intended research project is.

2. Prepare your application documents

There are two funding calls available this academic year. Round one has now started.

Before formally applying, you must express your interest in a GTF position by completing our expression of interest form before Friday 27 November 2026 at 5 pm (UK time). You’ll also need to submit:

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  Your research proposal

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  A personal statement

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  A copy of your highest degree transcript

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  A curriculum vitae (CV).

If you’re a suitable candidate, they will contact you directly and invite you to submit a formal application. Please be aware that applicants who skip the steps above will not be considered for a GTF position. You do not need to complete an application via the online portal at this point. 

3. Apply

Finally, register and apply online. You'll receive an email acknowledgment once you've submitted your application. We'll be in touch with further details about what happens next.