QS Rank:

24

International Institute Of Social Studies

Netherlands

Program Rank

24

Program Name
PhD in Development Economics
Overview


Total Tuition Fees
$1,28,000

Duration
48 Months

Median Salary
$1,10,000
Ranking
#24
QS World University Rankings

Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Class Profile

Class Size
25

Average Age
29

Average Work Experience
4 Years
Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate
80%
Prospective Job Roles
Energy Economist
China Economist
Government Economist
Second Language Acquisition (SLA) Specialist
Chief Economist
World Bank Economist
Regional Economist
Healthcare Economist
Journalist
Socioeconomic Analyst
Health Economist
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Eligibility Criteria

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

At least 16 years of bachelor degree.
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
80
Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

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Transcript
Passport
Statement of Purpose
Resume
IELTS
Professional LOR
Academic LOR
Application Deadlines
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Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees
$32,000 / year

Overall Cost
$50,000 / year
FAQs
6.5
Early childhood development (ECD) investments are rarely considered an important part of economic development, yet they are deeply interconnected. When children have a healthy start in life, they are more likely to become the scholars, innovators, and entrepreneurs that drive economic development in their communities.
In the 2024 QS World University Rankings by subject, the Development Studies programmes at the International Institute of Social Studies, Erasmus University Rotterdam is now ranked 24th in the world.
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