Economics MSc

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. Benefits of this courseIn this Masters in Economics 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.

Those with a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Economics, Finance or Mathematics will be considered for entry onto the Dissertation pathway. Those with a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Computer Science or a Natural Science will be considered for entry to either the Dissertation or Literature Review/Company Project pathway, depending on the level of mathematics or microeconomics in their degree and/or high school studies. Those with a lower second class (2.2) (or equivalent) undergraduate degree in other subjects will be considered for entry on a case-by-case basis. Admission to the Dissertation or Literature Review/Company Project pathway will depend on the level of mathematics or microeconomics in their degree and/or high school studies.