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University of Bath: Economics and Finance
| Institution | University of Bath View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Economics |
| Web | https://www.bath.ac.uk |
| pgtadmissions@bath.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 1225 38 5115 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
**Combine core economics knowledge and theory with relevant financial topics to develop your skills for a finance-focused career.**
Our MSc Economics and Finance course is designed to give you the skills to start your career in a financial institution, consultancy, ministry of finance or economics, or a central bank.
On this specialist master's, you’ll study advanced economic theory alongside relevant finance topics, some of which are taught by our School of Management. You will:
- explore how economics can be used to help address real financial issues, such as global financial crises
- gain a deeper understanding of econometrics to interpret and analyse empirical data effectively
- learn to apply established models and how to alter, test, and adapt your analysis in new market environments
**Dissertation or Practice Track**
The course culminates with either a traditional dissertation or a practical project in the form of the Practice Track.
You can choose to do a dissertation on an economic area that interests you or that is most useful in your career. This will allow you to apply your newly acquired knowledge to a specific problem or debate.
The Practice Track is an alternative to the dissertation. You’ll work on a consultancy or research-based project with an external organisation, helping them to address a real-world business challenge. You’ll conduct appropriate research and data analysis (if necessary), before presenting your findings as a written report and presentation.
Practice Track project numbers are limited each year. You will need to apply for a suitable project with one of our external partners. If you can’t secure a suitable project, you will complete a dissertation instead.
**Learn from experts in the field**
You’ll learn from experts in core finance, as well as economics and a diverse range of specialist sub-areas. Their passion, knowledge and industry expertise shape their teaching to enhance your learning experience.
**Use specialist facilities**
You’ll have access to some of the latest industry-standard statistical, mathematical and econometric software in our computer labs, including EViews, Stata, Matlab and Python.
**Gain important career skills**
On successful completion of the course, you will be able to:
- understand and apply microeconomic and macroeconomic financial theories and concepts, including asset pricing, risk management, and corporate finance
- analyse, visualise and conceptualise economic and financial data using established methodologies and statistical tools
- critically evaluate existing research and write at an academic level when formulating original research questions
We limit student numbers on this course to ensure a collegiate atmosphere and a high degree of interaction between students and lecturers.
**Graduate prospects**
This course is designed to give you the knowledge and level of skills required to secure work within financial institutions, consultancies, ministries of finance or economics, or central banks. You’ll be better prepared to become a financial analyst, trader or banker; or an economist in government, research units, or commercial enterprises. It also provides suitable preparation for doctoral study and future careers in academia.
Recent graduates have gone on to work in a number of different roles within economics across the world. These include:
- Senior Credit Analyst (Deutsche Leasing China)
- Analyst Developer (Schroders)
- Private Banking Executive (Barclays Wealth and Investment Management, London)
- Relationship Manager (JP Morgan Chase, China)
- Research Analyst (Farringdon Capital Management, Denmark)
- Assistant Vice President (HSBC Commercial Banking, Hong Kong)
- Head of Market Intelligence (Cisco Systems)
- Investment Specialist (TKB Investment Partners, Russia)
Others have chosen to continue their careers in academia.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have a bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:1 or above. To apply for this course, you should have an undergraduate degree in either economics, business, or an appropriate quantitative subject such as engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics. You are also expected to have obtained good marks in at least five core units comprising macroeconomics, microeconomics, econometrics (or statistics), and finance. These may be complemented by three other quantitative units such as calculus, probability, data analysis, business, accounting, game theory, operational research, or financial engineering. The units should preferably have been taken in your final two years of study. We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree. If your first language is not English but within the last 2 years you completed your degree in the UK you may be exempt from our English language requirements. |
| Location | Main Site Claverton Down Bath BA2 7AY |
Summary
**Combining core economics with relevant finance topics, this course is ideal preparation for a finance-focused career.**
If you are considering work in a financial institution, consultancy, ministry of finance or economics, or central bank, our MSc Economics and Finance course is for you.
This specialist master’s brings together a compelling combination of training in advanced economic theory with relevant finance units; some of which are taught by our School of Management.
Starting with a comprehensive refresher course in essential maths and economics skills, you will go on to explore how economics can be used to help address real financial issues such as the global financial crisis.
You will use a deeper understanding of economic theory to gain additional insights into these events, and we will support your investigations with rigorous training in econometrics to allow you to interpret and analyse empirical data effectively.
The dissertation will give you the chance to work with one of our experienced lecturers on a topic of your interest and apply your knowledge to a specific problem.
Our students have explored topics as wide-ranging as the potential impact of Brexit on the UK financial services sector to the effects of microfinance on poverty reduction in rural China. We offer a series of dissertation workshops in semester two to help you develop your research skills.
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- analyse economic and financial data and critically evaluate existing research
- understand the key issues surrounding major economic and financial debates and contribute to these
- apply economic concepts to specific economic and finance questions
- formulate an original research question and write at an academic level
**Learning and teaching**
Our teaching staff are active researchers and regularly publish in top economic journals. You'll benefit from their economic expertise. Some of the finance modules on this course are taught by our School of Management.
**Graduate prospects**
This course is designed to give you the in-depth knowledge and skills needed to secure work in a financial institution, consultancy, ministry of finance or economics, or central bank. It is also suitable if you're considering doctoral study.
Our graduates have excellent employment prospects. Recent students have progressed onto prestigious jobs around the world, including:
- Senior Credit Analyst (Deutsche Leasing China)
- Analyst Developer (Schroders)
- Private Banking Executive (Barclays Wealth and Investment Management, London)
- Relationship Manager (JP Morgan Chase, China)
- Research Analyst (Farringdon Capital Management, Denmark)
- Assistant Vice President (HSBC Commercial Banking, Hong Kong)
- Head of Market Intelligence (Cisco Systems)
- Investment Specialist (TKB Investment Partners, Russia)
Others have opted to continue their academic studies and complete a PhD.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have a bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:1 or above. To apply for this course, you should have an undergraduate degree in either economics, business, or an appropriate quantitative subject such as engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics. You are also expected to have obtained good marks in at least five core units comprising macroeconomics, microeconomics, econometrics (or statistics), and finance. These may be complemented by three other quantitative units such as calculus, probability, data analysis, business, accounting, game theory, operational research, or financial engineering. The units should preferably have been taken in your final two years of study. We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree. If your first language is not English but within the last 2 years you completed your degree in the UK you may be exempt from our English language requirements. |
| Location | Main Site Claverton Down Bath BA2 7AY |
About the University of Bath
At Bath we are known for excellence in teaching and research; our welcoming community; and for providing students with outstanding preparation for the workplace. We are:
- Top 10 in all national league tables including top 5 in the Complete University Guide 2024
- Ranked 4th for graduate prospects in the Complete University Guide 2024
- Among the top 10% of universities worldwide, according to the QS World University Rankings 2024 at 148th
Our academic programmes are designed to provide both rigorous intellectual challenge and real-world relevance, giving you the opportunity to study with researchers who …
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