PhDEconomics
| Study location | Lithuania, Vilnius, On Campus |
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| Academic field | Economy and Business (ISCED 01028) Economics (JACS L100) |
| Type | Doctoral, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 4 years (30 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | PhD (PhD candidate position in Responsible Consumption and Production in the Context of the Development of a Circular Economy) |
| Course code | Economics S004 |
| Tuition fee | €11,589 per year Part-time studies (6-year) 7 726,00 |
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| Application fee | €100 one-time |
| Entry qualification | Postgraduate diploma (or higher) Master of management field The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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| Language requirements | English International applicants to whom English is not a native language need to provide a proof of their English language proficiency. Exceptions are made only for applicants who have completed their previous studies fully in English. One of the following is accepted: |
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| Other requirements | At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. A relevant portfolio is required. Please upload your research proposal including the abstract, literature review, research objectives, research questions, methodology and bibliography. - Certified copies of the Master’s degree diploma and its supplement with grades or higher education equivalent to it; |
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Overview
PhD candidate position in Responsible Consumption and Production in the Context of the Development of a Circular Economy
Open application for a doctoral candidate in Economics
The doctoral candidate position is available in the faculty of Business Management, Department of Economics Engineering. Applicants interested in other research topics related to sustainability, promotion of alternative energy or sustainable customer behaviour are also welcome to apply.
Research topic description
In line with changes in societal values, governments are increasingly questioning the suitability of production throughput (measured as GDP or other national accounting measures) as the paramount measure of societal progress and are moving towards a battery of indicators, including sustainability measures. This trend to change priorities has been accompanied by the increasing adoption of policies oriented towards promoting sustainable development. Responsible consumption and production are one of the interlinked global goals in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the background for the circular economy. The topic is important for future perspectives in economics and changing business models that encourage the growth of the circular economy.
The selected candidate will work on the PhD thesis under the supervision of Assoc Prof dr Agnė Šimelytė. The successful applicant will have to attend scientific conferences, meetings and internships at other universities.
Requirements
• Required background: economics, econometrics
• Expected skills and knowledge: knowledge and interest in sustainability, sustainable development, and circular economy.
It is a prerequisite for being present at and accessible to the institution daily.
For more information
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. The position may not be opened if no qualified candidate is found. Additional information regarding the post may be obtained from Assoc Prof dr Agnė Šimelytė, e-mail. agne.simelyte@vilniustech.lt
Programme structure
The PhD programme consists of:
· Independent research under supervision;
· Courses for PhD students (approximately 30 ECTS credits);
· Participation in research networks, including placements at other, primarily foreign, research institutions;
· Teaching or another form of knowledge dissemination, which is related to the PhD topic when possible;
· The completion of a PhD thesis.