University of Birmingham: Economics
| Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
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| Department | Birmingham Business School |
| Web | https://www.birmingham.ac.uk |
| pg@contacts.bham.ac.uk |
MSc
Summary
Study Economics with us to understand market dynamics, drive change and impact the world.
Excel in theory, thrive in practice. Our MSc Economics programme blends strong theoretical knowledge with practical skills, allowing specialisation to meet individual needs. The curriculum emphasises policy analysis and real-world applications, cultivating a broad spectrum of transferable skills.
What makes this course different?
The MSc Economics is tailored for motivated and ambitious students who have studied Economics at bachelor’s level. Whether you’re looking at operating as an economics professional, in the public or private sector, in the UK or abroad, or undertaking research by enrolling on a PhD with us, this programme is designed to meet your needs and professional aspirations.
Through our strong links with industry your academic study is combined with a real practical focus, leading to vast and varied job opportunities once you graduate.
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Learn from top economists, gaining critical insights into economic theory and real-world applications for competitive advantage.
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Specialise in Behavioural and Experimental Economics, Development Economics or Environmental and Natural Resource Economics through 40 optional credits and a dissertation, preparing you for a focussed policy or research career.
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Engage in a practical summer term research project, developing valuable skills to enhance career opportunities significantly.
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Study in Birmingham, the UK's Second City, renowned for its thriving financial sector and major financial institutions.
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Equipped with advanced analytical skills and research methods, you will receive comprehensive training in advanced techniques essential for addressing diverse challenges in empirical and policy analysis.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | 2:1 Honours Degree or postgraduate diploma from a UK university (or overseas equivalent) in a highly quantitative subject (such as Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or Science). Applicants who demonstrate being able to exceed the minimum entry requirements will be given preference. **International Students** |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
Study Economics with us to understand market dynamics, drive change and impact the world.
Excel in theory, thrive in practice. Our MSc Economics programme blends strong theoretical knowledge with practical skills, allowing specialisation to meet individual needs. The curriculum emphasises policy analysis and real-world applications, cultivating a broad spectrum of transferable skills.
What makes this course different?
The MSc Economics is tailored for motivated and ambitious students who have studied Economics at bachelor’s level. Whether you’re looking at operating as an economics professional, in the public or private sector, in the UK or abroad, or undertaking research by enrolling on a PhD with us, this programme is designed to meet your needs and professional aspirations.
Through our strong links with industry your academic study is combined with a real practical focus, leading to vast and varied job opportunities once you graduate.
-
Learn from top economists, gaining critical insights into economic theory and real-world applications for competitive advantage.
-
Specialise in Behavioural and Experimental Economics, Development Economics or Environmental and Natural Resource Economics through 40 optional credits and a dissertation, preparing you for a focussed policy or research career.
-
Engage in a practical summer term research project, developing valuable skills to enhance career opportunities significantly.
-
Study in Birmingham, the UK's Second City, renowned for its thriving financial sector and major financial institutions.
-
Equipped with advanced analytical skills and research methods, you will receive comprehensive training in advanced techniques essential for addressing diverse challenges in empirical and policy analysis.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | 2:1 Honours Degree or postgraduate diploma from a UK university (or overseas equivalent) in Economics or a related discipline. Applicants must have achieved a pass mark at undergraduate level in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics or Statistics modules. **International Students** |
| Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Birmingham offers over 600 taught postgraduate programmes to help students widen their skills base, further their knowledge and boost their career prospects. Its wealth of research opportunities involve the completion of original academic research, or a piece of scholarship, which students will conduct under expert supervision from a Birmingham academic.
The value of the postgraduate study is both inherent and transferable, helping students to develop as a person, boost their professional prospects or even change direction in their career.
Beyond the transferable skills that students will take into the workplace, a postgraduate qualification from Birmingham will give …
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