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Doctor of Philosophy – Economics, Finance and Property

PhD / Doctoral.
Curtin University

300

in world overall ranking*

17

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This Doctor of Philosophy (Economics, Finance and Property) is a research degree where you undertake an original thesis under academic supervision, supported by Curtin’s applied, industry-linked research environment. You’ll develop advanced research capability and contribute new knowledge addressing real-world issues in economics, finance or property. The programme is a doctorate by research in economics and related financial and property disciplines. The programme deepens research capability in financial analysis, governance, and quantitative methods for academic and professional practice.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue careers as academic researchers and lecturers, or as research specialists and analysts in government, central banks, consulting, finance, and property-related organisations. The PhD develops skills in designing and executing independent research, critical evaluation of theory and evidence, and communicating complex findings to expert and public audiences. This is a doctoral pathway to senior research roles in economics, finance and property. Preparing graduates for research in accounting and finance, advisory roles, and doctoral study.


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

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4 years

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2026 Research Term 1, 2026 Research Term 2, 2027 Research Term 1, 2027 Research Term 2

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Curtin Perth

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DR-ECFNPR

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconCURTIN INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS - ALUMNI AND FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

tick iconCURTIN INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS - MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

tick iconCURTIN INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS - AUSTRALIAN YEAR 12 SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

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