Economics and Public Policy MSc

Gain expertise at the intersection of economics and public policy. Learn to analyse economic data, evaluate policy interventions, and propose evidence-based solutions to the challenges we face as a society. Prepare for impactful careers in government, international organisations, and policy research institutes.

The Masters in Economics and Public Policy equips you with a comprehensive understanding of cutting edge economic analysis. It provides you with the analytical tools and critical thinking skills necessary to understand the functioning of the global economy.

You will gain expertise in applying these techniques to real-world scenarios, enabling you to offer insightful, evidence-based policy recommendations to a broad range of stakeholders including governments, NGOs, regulatory agencies, and international organisations.

This course integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensuring that you are well-prepared to address pressing economic challenges.

By the end of the program, you will possess the capability to:

• critically assess economic policies and their impacts
• design effective policy interventions
• contribute meaningfully to the formulation and implementation of policies that promote economic wellbeing.

Graduates of the MSc in Economics with Public Policy are well-positioned for impactful careers in governmental bodies, international organisations, policy research institutes, and consulting firms.

Equipped with advanced skills in economic analysis, policy evaluation, and data-driven decision-making, they excel in roles such as policy analysts, economic consultants, research economists, and advisors to public officials.

Their ability to propose evidence-based policy recommendations and navigate complex economic landscapes ensures they contribute significantly to shaping effective policies and improving societal welfare on a global scale.

To apply for this course, you should have some mathematical background (A-level, IB, AP or any other equivalent secondary school qualification) and one of the following:

• A lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in economics or a related discipline (e.g. finance).
• A lower second class (2.2) (or equivalent) undergraduate degree in business, management, politics, law, accounting, psychology, quantitative sociology or financial journalism with a significant economics component (as long as you have sufficient background in microeconomics or mathematics)
• A lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a quantitative discipline, such as Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or a Natural Science.