PhD in Energy Economics and Governance (PhD.EEG)

Admission Requirements

Admission is open to qualified applicants from all countries who meet the following requirements:

• A Master’s Degree with taught courses in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Econometrics, or evidence of having completed equivalent courses in addition to the master’s qualification.

• All Bachelor’s degrees, postgraduate diplomas, and Master’s degrees must be obtained from institutions recognized by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE).

• Submission of academic references attesting to the applicant’s ability and suitability to undertake doctoral-level study and research.

• Applicants holding a Master of Energy Economics and Governance (MEEG) shall be required to undertake only the generic advanced courses of the PhD programme before proceeding to doctoral research.

Program Details

• Normal Duration: Four (4) years for full-time study
• Maximum Duration: Six (6) years
• Structure: Eight (8) semesters
• Semester Length: Seventeen (17) weeks per semester

Expected Learning Outcomes / Career Prospects

• Graduates will be able to:

  By the end of the programme, graduates will have acquired advanced theoretical knowledge and empirical research skills necessary for independent scholarly work in energy economics and governance. Specifically, graduates will be able to:

  • Demonstrate mastery of advanced theoretical and analytical concepts in energy economics and governance.

  • Identify, evaluate, and synthesize existing literature and knowledge in the field.

  • Design and apply economic models to analyze energy policy, markets, institutions, and governance challenges.

  • Conduct rigorous empirical research, accurately interpret findings, and draw policy-relevant conclusions.

  • Communicate research findings effectively through high-quality written outputs and oral presentations.

  Career Prospects

• Graduates can work as:

• University Lecturer / Professor
• Energy Economist
• Policy Analyst and Advisor
• Energy Sector Regulator or Governance Expert
• Research Fellow in energy and development institutions
• Consultant in energy, climate, and infrastructure policy
• Senior roles in government ministries, international organizations, and private energy firms

Target Group

This programme is ideal for:

• The PhD in Energy Economics and Governance is intended for:
• Holders of a Master’s Degree in Energy Economics and Governance, Economics, Energy Studies, Development Economics, Public Policy, Environmental Economics, or related disciplines.
• Academic staff and researchers seeking advanced doctoral training in energy economics, policy analysis, and governance.
• Senior professionals working in energy ministries, regulatory authorities, utilities, oil and gas companies, renewable energy firms, and infrastructure agencies who wish to strengthen analytical and research capacity.
• Policy analysts, planners, and economists in government, international development agencies, NGOs, and think tanks involved in energy, climate, and sustainability policy.
• Professionals aspiring to leadership roles in energy policy formulation, regulation, and strategic decision-making at national, regional, or international levels.