The Department's research centre, the Applied Institute for Research in Economics (AIRE) supports and disseminates research in economics and political economy at the University of Leeds. <br /> <br /> We take an interdisciplinary approach, with strong local, national and international partnerships. We work with other disciplines &ndash; business, social sciences, and STEM.
<h5><strong>Research proposals</strong></h5> <p>The Economics Department within Leeds University Business School is interested in receiving proposals in the following areas of research:</p> <p> – Work, labour and organisation<br /> – Financialisation and globalisation<br /> – Development and wellbeing<br /> – Environment, infrastructure, innovation and the circular economy<br /> – The macro economy and macroeconomic policy</p> <h5><strong>Department and research centre further reading:</strong></h5> <p><a href="https://business.leeds.ac.uk/departments-economics">Leeds University Business School Economics Department</a></p> <p><a href="http://business.leeds.ac.uk/research-aire">Applied Institute for Research in Economics</a> (AIRE)</p>
<p>Formal applications for research degree study should be made <a href="https://business.leeds.ac.uk/research-degrees-apply/doc/apply-4">online</a>. Please state clearly the department and research centre you are interested in on the <a href="https://business.leeds.ac.uk/research-degrees-apply/doc/locate-research">locating your research</a> form.</p> <p>If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence that you meet the Leeds University Business School minimum <a href="http://business.leeds.ac.uk/research-degrees-apply/doc/entry-requirements-4">English language requirements</a>.</p> <p><em>As an international research-intensive university, we welcome students from all walks of life and from across the world. We foster an inclusive environment where all can flourish and prosper, and we are proud of our strong commitment to student education. Across all Faculties we are dedicated to diversifying our community and we welcome the unique contributions that individuals can bring, and particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, people who belong to a minority ethnic community, people who identify as LGBT+ and people with disabilities. Applicants will always be selected based on merit and ability.</em></p>
<p>For further information please contact the Graduate School Office<br /> e: <a href="http://phd@lubs.leeds.ac.uk">phd@lubs.leeds.ac.uk</a>, t: +44 (0)113 343 4596.</p>
<h2 class="heading heading--sm">Linked funding opportunities</h2>