A PhD program in Applied Economics is a research-intensive discipline focused on advancing economic knowledge through rigorous theoretical, quantitative, and empirical research. It emphasizes econometric modelling, statistical analysis, causal inference, and evidence-based policy evaluation to investigate complex real-world economic and societal challenges. Research may cover areas such as economic development, labour, finance, trade, environmental economics, and public policy, to produce original research that contributes to academic knowledge and supports informed economic decision-making.