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  • Economics
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    • Macroeconomics
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    • Econometrics
    • Environmental economics
    • Development economics
    • Financial economics
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Research areas

Our research is focused on priorities and research strengths in seven broad areas.

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Macroeconomics

Our research focusing on growth, development, business cycles and macroeconomics policy.

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Economic theory

Work which includes the operation of markets, social choice, game theory and industrial organisation.

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Econometrics

Our research in econometric theory, time-series econometrics and related applications.

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Environmental economics

From consumption and energy to environmental regulation.

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Development economics

Our research covers a wide range of topics within development and poverty in less developed countries.

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Financial economics

Our research covers a wide range of topics in financial economics including markets and trading.

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Applied economics

Our research in applied microeconometrics and related empirical fields.

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The combined expertise of our economics department makes a real difference.

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