The PhD in Western Economics at Southwestern University of Finance and Economics (SWUFE) in Chengdu, China is a four‑year full‑time doctoral research degree within the Economics discipline that prepares students for advanced academic research and professional practice in economic science, especially from a Western theoretical and empirical perspective. As a specialised branch of economics at one of China’s leading economics universities, the programme emphasises deep mastery of modern economic theory (including advanced microeconomics and macroeconomics), econometrics, and rigorous research methods, equipping candidates with the analytical tools needed to undertake original research on issues such as market behaviour, economic modelling, policy analysis and global economic systems. Coursework and seminar work support the development of strong competencies in economic modelling, data analysis and scholarly communication, while doctoral research under faculty supervision leads to an original dissertation that contributes to academic knowledge in Western economic thought and its applications. The programme is part of SWUFE’s doctoral offerings in economics and admits students through competitive selection into research groups that focus on a range of specialised topics within Western economic analysis. Graduates are prepared for careers in university teaching and research, economic research institutions, government policy units, international organisations and consultancy, reflecting the degree’s combination of theoretical depth and real‑world relevance.

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