BARCELONA INSTITUTE OF ECONOMICS (IEB), UNIVERSITY OF BARCELONA
IEB PhD Scholarships in Economics at the University of Barcelona
full · phd
- ~17,220 EUR / year (est.)Annual gross stipend
- 2 scholarshipsFunded places per call
- 3 years (+1 possible)Funding duration
- PhD tuition coveredFees included
- Founded 1981IEB research centre
- Travel grants for conferencesResearch support
At a glance
full
Funding
€17k
Max amount
Mar 31, 2027
Deadline
All countries (international applicants)
Country
Barcelona Institute of Economics (IEB), University of Barcelona
Provider
The Barcelona Institute of Economics (IEB), a research centre founded in 1981 and affiliated with the University of Barcelona, awards PhD scholarships in Economics tenable at the University of Barcelona. A typical call funds 2 scholarships for a period of 3 years, with the possibility of extending for 1 more year, starting in the relevant academic year. Each scholar receives a yearly gross stipend of about 17,220 EUR with full social security benefits, has the PhD tuition fees covered, and is given travel grants to attend conferences and present research. In return, scholars conduct their doctoral research under IEB Research Program members and take on teaching duties for applied economics courses in the area of Public Economics at undergraduate level within the Faculty of Economics and Business. Applicants must hold a Master's degree in Economics by the summer before enrolment and follow a two-step process: apply to the UB PhD in Economics and send a statement of purpose to the IEB calls email. The 2026/2027 deadline is expected around 31 March 2027. Because the number of scholarships, the stipend, and the deadline change each call, confirm the current-cycle figures and closing date on the official University of Barcelona PhD in Economics page before applying.
What's covered
- Annual stipend — A yearly gross stipend of about ~17,220 EUR (est.) with full social security benefits, paid across the funding period.
- PhD tuition fees — The scholarship covers the PhD tuition fees for the doctoral programme at the University of Barcelona.
- Social security benefits — Full social security coverage is included as part of the contracted scholarship.
- Conference travel grants — Travel grants of several hundred euros (~800 EUR est. per trip) to attend academic conferences and present research.
- Research and teaching role — A funded research position under IEB Research Program members, with teaching responsibilities in Public Economics that build the scholar's academic profile.
How to apply
Candidates follow a two-step process: apply to the UB PhD in Economics and submit a statement of purpose to the IEB calls email before the deadline.
- Apply to the PhD programme — Submit an application for admission to the PhD in Economics at the University of Barcelona, fulfilling the programme requirements and uploading the required documents.
- Prepare your statement of purpose — Write a statement of purpose describing your research interests and motivation, aligned with the IEB Research Program.
- Email IEB with the correct subject line — Send the statement of purpose to the IEB calls email with the specified subject line referring to the PhD Scholarships in Economics.
- Ensure your application is complete — Check that both the PhD application and the IEB statement are submitted in full before the closing date, as only complete applications are reviewed.
- Await the selection outcome — IEB and the programme review applications and notify the selected scholars after the deadline.
Eligibility
QualificationApplicants must have completed a Master's degree in Economics by the summer before enrolment.
ProgrammeCandidates must apply for admission to the PhD in Economics at the University of Barcelona.
Research fitWillingness to carry out doctoral research aligned with the IEB Research Program, particularly in Public Economics.
TeachingAcceptance of teaching responsibilities for applied economics courses at undergraduate level within the Economics Department.
Complete applicationOnly complete applications, including the statement of purpose sent to IEB, are considered.
The process is two-step: applicants must both apply to the UB PhD in Economics and send a statement of purpose to the IEB calls email with the required subject line. Incomplete applications are not assessed.
Eligible countries
All countries (international applicants)
Deadlines
2027/2028 PhD entry~31 March 2027 (est.)
Selection
Selection is based on academic merit and research fit with the IEB Research Program, particularly in Public Economics. The admissions committee assesses the strength of the master's record, the statement of purpose, and references, and considers the candidate's suitability for the teaching responsibilities attached to the scholarship. Only complete applications submitted before the deadline are considered, and the selected scholars are notified after the review.
Verified sources
- University of Barcelona PhD in Economicsub.eduofficial
- Barcelona Institute of Economics (IEB)ieb.ub.eduofficial
About the provider
The Barcelona Institute of Economics (IEB), founded in 1981 and affiliated with the University of Barcelona, is a research centre and think-tank focused on public finance, regional economics, environmental economics, and labour markets. It conducts research, advises public and private organisations, and runs training programmes and PhD scholarships in economics.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can apply for the IEB PhD scholarships in Economics?
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Applicants who will have completed a Master's degree in Economics by the summer before enrolment and who apply to the PhD in Economics at the University of Barcelona.
How many scholarships are awarded?
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A typical call funds 2 PhD scholarships; the number can change each call, so check the current announcement.
How long does the scholarship last?
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It is awarded for 3 years, with the possibility of extending for 1 more year.
How much is the stipend?
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Scholars receive a yearly gross stipend of about ~17,220 EUR (est.) with full social security benefits; confirm the current figure officially.
Are tuition fees covered?
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Yes. The scholarship covers the PhD tuition fees at the University of Barcelona.
Is there a teaching requirement?
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Yes. Scholars take on teaching responsibilities for applied economics courses in Public Economics at undergraduate level.
Are there travel grants?
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Yes. The scholarship includes travel grants (~800 EUR est. per trip) to attend conferences and present research.
When was IEB founded?
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The Barcelona Institute of Economics was founded in 1981 and is affiliated with the University of Barcelona.
What is the application process?
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It is two-step: apply to the UB PhD in Economics and send a statement of purpose to the IEB calls email with the required subject line.
When is the deadline?
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For the 2026/2027 cycle it is expected around 31 March 2027 (est.); confirm the binding date officially.
Will incomplete applications be considered?
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No. Only complete applications submitted before the deadline are reviewed for the scholarships.
Where do I confirm the official details?
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On the University of Barcelona PhD in Economics page and the IEB website, which publish the funded places, stipend, and deadline each call.