Dr. Sebastian Merkel

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Biography

Sebastian Merkel is a Lecturer in Economics at the University of Bristol, specializing in topics such as Monetary Economics, Macroeconomics, and Finance. With a background that includes a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science, as well as a Doctorate in political science, he has a solid foundation in the study of economic principles and their applications. His research interests lie in the examination of safe assets and their roles in economic systems, contributing to the broader understanding of financial markets and monetary policy. Merkel actively engages in academic discourse through his publications, including recent work featured in the Journal of Political Economy. His work not only addresses theoretical concepts but also relates to practical implications in policy-making and economic stability. He can be contacted via his academic email for professional inquiries related to his research areas.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

University of Bristol • Bristol, England

Teaching and researching topics in Economics, focusing on Monetary Economics, Macroeconomics, and Finance.

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.