Economics Conversion Programme - MSc

Change your career direction and boost your job prospects by studying our Economics Conversion MSc. This course offers you a two-year conversion - complete a Diploma in Economics Analysis in first year and then progress onto one of our MSc programmes in second year.

Overview

Gain a range of quantitative and analytical skills, alongside a deeper comprehension of economics concepts. Recent MSc graduates have gone on to work for companies in the UK such as BNP Paribas, AXA, FactSet and PwC.

What you'll learn

Develop the skills and knowledge required for a lifelong career in Economics. Gain a deeper understanding of economic theory, econometric and quantitative techniques and policy applications, while choosing modules which interest you.

Careers

A postgraduate degree in the area of economics is a particularly valuable and flexible qualification that can open the door to exciting careers in many professions. Our graduates have gone on to work as economists in international organisations, the financial sector, business, UK and overseas governments, and to further postgraduate training and academic careers at Kent, UK and overseas universities. Recent MSc graduates have gone on to work for companies in the UK such as BNP Paribas, AXA, FactSet and PwC.

The School's employability officers and the University's Careers and Employability Service are available throughout the year to offer one-to-one advice and help on all aspects of employability at any stage in your postgraduate studies. We also offer online advice on employability skills, career choices, applications and interview skills.

A first or second class honours degree from the UK or an equivalent internationally recognised qualification in a subject other than economics. Applicants must also have a sufficient level of quantitative skills. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.