The University of Sheffield
Department of Economics

Conferences and events

The Department of Economics hosts a number of events and conferences throughout the year.

The audience at the 2013 Knoop Lecture

Knoop Lecture

Our annual public lecture, given by a noted economist to commemorate our first head of department.

Work, Pensions and Labour Economics Study Group (WPEG)

Formed in the late 1960s, WPEG is currently hosted by the Department of Economics at Sheffield and supported by the Department for Work and Pensions.

45th annual UK History of Economic Thought conference
Taking place from 4 to 6 September 2013 at The Ridge, University of Sheffield, the conference offers an opportunity for both UK and international scholars to present and discuss papers relating to all aspects of economic thought in historical perspective.