Welcome
The Ruhr Graduate School in Economics (RGS Econ) is a center for research and higher education in Economics. It was founded by three universities in the Ruhr Area (Bochum, Dortmund and Duisburg-Essen) and by RWI, one of Germany‘s leading economic research institutes. Over a period of three years, graduate students receive guidance that leads to a Ph.D. in economics, complying with the highest international standards.
- Fast-track your Economics Ph.D. with a 3 year structured program
- Study with 3 Ruhr universities and one of Germany's leading economic research institutes
- Small groups allow individual coaching
- Study entirely in English
- No tuition fees
- 3-year scholarships of 1.300Euro per month
- Office space (desk and computer equipment) for each student
Application and Admission 2015
The 2015 intake of the RGS Econ is now open! The new cohort will start October 2015.
More information8th RGS Doctoral Conference
The 8th RGS Doctoral Conference will take place from February 25-27 2015 at the University of Duisburg-Essen.
More informationRuhr Economic Papers
The "Ruhr Economic Papers" are a joint publication of the Economic Departments of Ruhr University of Bochum, TU Dortmund, University of Duisburg-Essen and RWI.
More InformationThe RGS Econ is currently sponsored by:
