Economics
Economics MSc
1 year full-time
This programme is designed to help you understand the concepts, methods, tools and applications of modern economic analysis.
It combines rigorous coverage of macroeconomic and microeconomic principles with quantitative skills, research training and specialisation in various fields of economics and finance. The following named MSc awards are normally available:
- Economics
- Economics and Econometrics
- International Economics
Semester 1
Compulsory Modules
- Macroeconomics
- Microeconomics
- Mathematical & Econometric Methods
- Techniques & Topics in Economic Analysis
- Research Communication
Semester 2
Compulsory Modules
- Financial Econometrics and/or Microeconometrics
- Research Communication
Optional modules (choose up to 3)
- Applied Banking and Financial Modelling
- Comparative Banking
- International Finance
- Monetary Theory and Policy
- Development Finance
- Game Theory
- Trade Theory & Policy
In addition, one of two other named pathways may be chosen.
- MSc in International Economics (Options must include Trade, Theory and Policy and International Finance plus a dissertation from International Economics).
- MSc in Economics and Econometrics (Options must include Financial Econometrics and Microeconometrics plus a dissertation from an area of applied econometrics).
Choice of Semester 2 modules may be restricted by the options selected in Semester 1. The Department reserves the right to vary the list of optional modules. Option lists are published in September and January each year.
Summer Period
Students satisfy the research requirement of the MSc by dissertation.
Entry Qualification*
Upper second class honours or joint honours degree in economics. Where the honours degree system is not used, high grades and a substantial economics and quantitative content.
Registration
All students initially register for the MSc in Economics. Pathways leading to any other named award depend on the choice and availability of modules and dissertation topic.
Assessment
75% examination, 25% coursework for most modules.
Careers and Further Study
Well-trained, numerate economists are in high demand in every sector. These programmes prepare students for careers as professional economists in banking, education, finance, government or industry, and for higher awards by research.
Scholarships and Sponsorships
Departmental awards may be available for high-calibre students, including international students.
*Note: Entrance requirements are in addition to the General entrance requirements
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