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Full time | Northampton Square | 1 year | 30-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

30-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Economics

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Key information

Develop the key competencies in theoretical, applied and empirical economics that are required by many employers of economists. You will cover core modules in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, and have the chance to take modules in specialist areas including health economics and behavioural economics.

Course overview

Benefits of this course

We help you develop new and existing skills, significantly enhance your knowledge of economics and prepare you for work as a professional economist.

By the time you graduate, your sharpened critical and analytical abilities will function alongside a full understanding of modern economic theory.

You will be confident in the application of econometric theory and techniques, and in your ability to critically analyse modern research.

The dissertation track is also a good pathway to an Economics PhD if you want to pursue further study.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal if you want to thoroughly immerse yourself in modern economics training, either straight after an undergraduate degree or as a mid-career professional.

You have the flexibility to study full time over one year or part time over two years.

Teaching and assessment

You will learn through a series of lectures that are made available online, as well as through seminars and interactive group work.

Lectures introduce key theories, concepts and knowledge which is discussed in seminar groups.

You will learn from research-active academic staff, graduate teaching assistants and visiting lecturers. You are assessed through unseen written examinations and coursework.

Career

When you complete this programme, a diverse mix of rewarding careers will be open to you.

Our graduates are consistently employed across the public and private sectors in roles such as consultancy and financial analysis.

Recent graduates have been hired for positions including:

  • Economic Analyst, BlackRock.
  • Assistant Economist, Department for Transport.
  • Cash Funding Analyst, Mizuho International.
  • Researcher and Economist, Ipsos Mori (Policy and Evaluation).

The Economics MSc also gives a solid foundation for further doctoral research in the field of economics.

Modules

The module is designed to provide the necessary foundation in the essential statistical and quantitative techniques for the study of business economics. You will also be made familiar with appropriate statistical software that can be used for economics analysis.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£12,520

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£20,500

Entry requirements

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) undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Business, Management, Politics, Law, Accounting, Psychology, Quantitative Sociology or Financial Journalism. A lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a quantitative discipline, such as Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or a Natural Science.

University information

City, University of London is a leading UK institution, offering an innovative programme of undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses which uphold the university’s commitment to enhance people’s lives through education. City is a research-driven university and has around 21,000 enrolled students, of which 45 percent are studying postgraduate qualifications. The university community is a diverse and international population home to...more

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