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University of Surrey: Economics
Institution | University of Surrey View institution profile |
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Department | FASS - Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences |
Web | www.surrey.ac.uk |
admissions@surrey.ac.uk | |
Telephone | +44(0)1483 682222 |
Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
**Why choose this course**
Economics helps us decipher and shape our complex world. It offers unparalleled insights into how decisions by individuals, businesses, and the government affect important aspects of everyone’s life, including employment opportunities, the prices of products and services, and the overall standards of living.
Our MA in Economics will give you the opportunity to explore this fascinating discipline and you will benefit from a boost in skills that are relevant to the modern world: your employability, digital capabilities, global and cultural intelligence, resourcefulness and resilience, and sustainability awareness.
The programme is designed to allow you to develop these skills so that you can pursue a career in the exciting and rewarding field of economics. We have built our MA in Economics as a conversion course, open to all applicants, regardless of your previous degree subject. Less technical than our MSc or MRes programmes, it’s a great way to enter into this exciting and rewarding field.
The School of Economics has a reputation as a leading research-intensive department in the UK. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, our School was ranked in the top 10 schools in the UK for world-leading research. The School achieved an overall ranking of 6th for real-world impact and 8th for research environment in REF 2021. Our student satisfaction rating in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2022 was 87%.
**What you will study**
Typically, as a student on our Economics MA, you don’t need to have an economics background at an undergraduate level.
You will progressively develop your ability to understand advanced theories and sharpen your analytical skills by building foundations in two core areas of economics: microeconomics and macroeconomics. Studying quantitative methods alongside these modules will allow you to handle their more technical aspects. In the first semester, you will also apply yourself to investments and finance to enhance your skills in areas that are relevant to financial markets.
The second semester furnishes your applied skills (in econometrics and in public policy), further reinforcing your employability and digital capabilities. You will also be able to shape your studies to match your preferences, strengths, and/or career aspirations by selecting two modules from a range of exciting options.
At the same time as your taught modules, you will undertake a year-long applied project allowing you to put your economics knowledge, analytical skills, and data-handling ability to practice.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. English language requirements |
Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
**Why choose this course**
Economics helps us decipher and shape our complex world. It offers unparalleled insights into how decisions by individuals, businesses, and the government affect important aspects of everyone’s life, including employment opportunities, the prices of products and services, and the overall standards of living.
Our MA in Economics will give you the opportunity to explore this fascinating discipline and you will benefit from a boost in skills that are relevant to the modern world: your employability, digital capabilities, global and cultural intelligence, resourcefulness and resilience, and sustainability awareness.
The programme is designed to allow you to develop these skills so that you can pursue a career in the exciting and rewarding field of economics. We have built our MA in Economics as a conversion course, open to all applicants, regardless of your previous degree subject. Less technical than our MSc or MRes programmes, it’s a great way to enter into this exciting and rewarding field.
The School of Economics has a reputation as a leading research-intensive department in the UK. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, our School was ranked in the top 10 schools in the UK for world-leading research. The School achieved an overall ranking of 6th for real-world impact and 8th for research environment in REF 2021. Our student satisfaction rating in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2022 was 87%.
**What you will study**
Typically, as a student on our Economics MA, you don’t need to have an economics background at an undergraduate level.
You will progressively develop your ability to understand advanced theories and sharpen your analytical skills by building foundations in two core areas of economics: microeconomics and macroeconomics. Studying quantitative methods alongside these modules will allow you to handle their more technical aspects. In the first semester, you will also apply yourself to investments and finance to enhance your skills in areas that are relevant to financial markets.
The second semester furnishes your applied skills (in econometrics and in public policy), further reinforcing your employability and digital capabilities. You will also be able to shape your studies to match your preferences, strengths, and/or career aspirations by selecting two modules from a range of exciting options.
At the same time as your taught modules, you will undertake a year-long applied project allowing you to put your economics knowledge, analytical skills, and data-handling ability to practice.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. English language requirements |
Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
**Why choose this course**
Economics shapes our world, from inflation and unemployment rates, through to the implications of Brexit and the price of milk. Our MA in Economics will give you the opportunity to explore this engrossing subject and its continual impact on our world.
Our intensive conversion course is designed to provide you with the skills necessary to allow you to pursue a career in the exciting and rewarding field of economics, regardless of your previous degree subject.
We are ranked in the top 10 for business and economics in the United Kingdom by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020.
**What you will study**
Our MA in Economics will give you a thorough education in the theories and applications of economics. You’ll study the core principles of microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, gaining a critical awareness of current economic problems and insights. You’ll also develop the ability to combine relevant analytical techniques with insightful data analysis to produce economic conclusions.
The range of optional modules on this course will allow you to shape your course to match your personal interests and career aspirations. You can choose from an extensive list of topics which currently includes international finance, risk management, energy and development.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. English language requirements |
Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
**Why choose this course**
Economics shapes our world, from inflation and unemployment rates, through to the implications of Brexit and the price of milk. Our MA in Economics will give you the opportunity to explore this engrossing subject and its continual impact on our world.
Our intensive conversion course is designed to provide you with the skills necessary to allow you to pursue a career in the exciting and rewarding field of economics, regardless of your previous degree subject.
We are ranked in the top 10 for business and economics in the United Kingdom by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020.
**What you will study**
Our MA in Economics will give you a thorough education in the theories and applications of economics. You’ll study the core principles of microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, gaining a critical awareness of current economic problems and insights. You’ll also develop the ability to combine relevant analytical techniques with insightful data analysis to produce economic conclusions.
The range of optional modules on this course will allow you to shape your course to match your personal interests and career aspirations. You can choose from an extensive list of topics which currently includes international finance, risk management, energy and development.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree, or a recognised equivalent international qualification. English language requirements |
Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
MSc
Summary
**Why choose this course**
Economics helps us decipher and shape our complex world. It offers unparalleled insights into how decisions by individuals, businesses, and the government affect important aspects of everyone’s life, including employment opportunities, the prices of products and services, and the overall standards of living.
Our MSc in Economics will help you build on your undergraduate studies to develop advanced capabilities in the discipline and you will benefit from a boost in skills that are relevant to the modern world.
The programme is designed to prepare you for a range of careers in which advanced economics analysis and independent thought can contribute to fulfilling your professional ambitions. Also, graduates of the programme are well placed for further study in economics.
The School of Economics has a reputation as a leading research-intensive department in the UK. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, our School was ranked in the top 10 schools in the UK for world-leading research. The School achieved an overall ranking of 6th for real-world impact and 8th for research environment in REF 2021. Our student satisfaction rating in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2022 was 87%.
**What you will study**
Our Economics MSc comprehensively covers the core areas of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics in which you will develop a systematic understanding to position yourself at the forefront of the discipline.
As well as acquiring outstanding theoretical knowledge, you will also learn how to solve problems and bring your analytical strengths to bear on applied issues.
The MSc in Economics programme features a series of lectures and workshops in research methods that will allow you to build the skills you need to carry out independent research in economics and complete your dissertation in the summer.
We offer a range of elective modules and related pathways which will allow you to tailor your course to meet your needs and interests. These modules and pathways reflect the full range of academic expertise and active research interests of members of staff within the School of Economics.
In the second semester students can opt in one of four pathways:
1. Econometrics and Big Data
2. International Economics
3. Macroeconomics and Financial Markets
4. Policy Evaluation and Data Analysis.
Or stay the course and choose among modules such as Topics in Development Economics, Financial Econometrics and Environmental and Energy Resource Economics.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | 2:1 Degree in Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Maths, Physics, Statistics. Alternatively, another degree subject including: 60% (UK or equivalent) in Macroeconomics and Microeconomics and: 60% (UK or equivalent) in one module from Algebra, Calculus. Maths, Probability, Quantitative Methods, Statistics Applicants not meeting the above entry requirements who hold a 2.2 in a relevant subject may still be considered if they hold a minimum of 12 months graduate work experience in a position relevant to the programme to which they have applied. English language requirements |
Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
**Why choose this course**
Economics helps us decipher and shape our complex world. It offers unparalleled insights into how decisions by individuals, businesses, and the government affect important aspects of everyone’s life, including employment opportunities, the prices of products and services, and the overall standards of living.
Our MSc in Economics will help you build on your undergraduate studies to develop advanced capabilities in the discipline and you will benefit from a boost in skills that are relevant to the modern world.
The programme is designed to prepare you for a range of careers in which advanced economics analysis and independent thought can contribute to fulfilling your professional ambitions. Also, graduates of the programme are well placed for further study in economics.
The School of Economics has a reputation as a leading research-intensive department in the UK. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, our School was ranked in the top 10 schools in the UK for world-leading research. The School achieved an overall ranking of 6th for real-world impact and 8th for research environment in REF 2021. Our student satisfaction rating in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2022 was 87%.
**What you will study**
Our Economics MSc comprehensively covers the core areas of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics in which you will develop a systematic understanding to position yourself at the forefront of the discipline.
As well as acquiring outstanding theoretical knowledge, you will also learn how to solve problems and bring your analytical strengths to bear on applied issues.
The MSc in Economics programme features a series of lectures and workshops in research methods that will allow you to build the skills you need to carry out independent research in economics and complete your dissertation in the summer.
We offer a range of elective modules and related pathways which will allow you to tailor your course to meet your needs and interests. These modules and pathways reflect the full range of academic expertise and active research interests of members of staff within the School of Economics.
In the second semester students can opt in one of four pathways:
1. Econometrics and Big Data
2. International Economics
3. Macroeconomics and Financial Markets
4. Policy Evaluation and Data Analysis.
Or stay the course and choose among modules such as Topics in Development Economics, Financial Econometrics and Environmental and Energy Resource Economics.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | 2:1 Degree in Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Maths, Physics, Statistics. Alternatively, another degree subject including: 60% (UK or equivalent) in Macroeconomics and Microeconomics and: 60% (UK or equivalent) in one module from Algebra, Calculus. Maths, Probability, Quantitative Methods, Statistics Applicants not meeting the above entry requirements who hold a 2.2 in a relevant subject may still be considered if they hold a minimum of 12 months graduate work experience in a position relevant to the programme to which they have applied. English language requirements |
Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
**Why choose this course**
Economics shapes our world, from inflation and unemployment rates, through to the implications of Brexit and the price of milk. Our MSc in Economics allows you to explore this engrossing subject and its global impact.
This course is based in one of the top schools of economics in the UK and equips you with the fundamental skills necessary to prepare you for a future career or PhD research in economics.
It also offers opportunities for you to specialise in aspects of the discipline that fulfil your interests and career aspirations.
We are ranked in the top 10 for business and economics in the United Kingdom by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020.
**What you will study**
Our MSc Economics course comprehensively covers the core areas of microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics. As well as acquiring excellent technical training in these areas, you’ll also learn how to bring your analytical strengths to bear on applied issues. This course includes training in research methodology that will give you the skills you need to carry out independent research in economics and complete your dissertation.
We offer a range of elective modules which will allow you to tailor your course to meet your needs. These modules take in the full range of academic expertise and active research interests within the School of Economics.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | 2:1 Degree in Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Maths, Physics, Statistics. Alternatively, another degree subject including: 60% (UK or equivalent) in Macroeconomics and Microeconomics and: 60% (UK or equivalent) in one module from Algebra, Calculus. Maths, Probability, Quantitative Methods, Statistics Applicants not meeting the above entry requirements who hold a 2.2 in a relevant subject may still be considered if they hold a minimum of 12 months graduate work experience in a position relevant to the programme to which they have applied. English language requirements |
Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
**Why choose this course**
Economics shapes our world, from inflation and unemployment rates, through to the implications of Brexit and the price of milk. Our MSc in Economics allows you to explore this engrossing subject and its global impact.
This course is based in one of the top schools of economics in the UK and equips you with the fundamental skills necessary to prepare you for a future career or PhD research in economics.
It also offers opportunities for you to specialise in aspects of the discipline that fulfil your interests and career aspirations.
We are ranked in the top 10 for business and economics in the United Kingdom by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020.
**What you will study**
Our MSc Economics course comprehensively covers the core areas of microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics. As well as acquiring excellent technical training in these areas, you’ll also learn how to bring your analytical strengths to bear on applied issues. This course includes training in research methodology that will give you the skills you need to carry out independent research in economics and complete your dissertation.
We offer a range of elective modules which will allow you to tailor your course to meet your needs. These modules take in the full range of academic expertise and active research interests within the School of Economics.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | 2:1 Degree in Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Maths, Physics, Statistics. Alternatively, another degree subject including: 60% (UK or equivalent) in Macroeconomics and Microeconomics and: 60% (UK or equivalent) in one module from Algebra, Calculus. Maths, Probability, Quantitative Methods, Statistics Applicants not meeting the above entry requirements who hold a 2.2 in a relevant subject may still be considered if they hold a minimum of 12 months graduate work experience in a position relevant to the programme to which they have applied. English language requirements |
Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Overview
Welcome to the University of Surrey, a global community of more than 16,000 students from 140 countries.
We’re based in the popular town of Guildford, just 35 minutes from central London by train. Our beautiful, green campus is home to outstanding learning facilities in every faculty, plus a comprehensive range of student services, a wide choice of accommodation and dedicated support for international students, to help you make the most of university life.
Master’s programmes
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