University of Reading
Whiteknights Campus
Reading
RG6 6UR
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Course contact details
Department of Economics
Email:economics@reading.ac.uk
Phone:+44 (0) 118 378 6996
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Course summary
Gain the fundamental tools of a professional economist with our MSc Economics degree, including how to assess a wide range of theoretical, empirical and policy-related issues.
Led by experts from the University of Reading’s Department of Economics, you’ll benefit from interactive, applied learning across a number of key areas. These include:
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micro-principles of economic behaviour
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macro-outcomes of national and global importance
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methodological, theoretical and applied issues critical to the study and practice of economics and economic policy
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current statistical software and other applications used in economic analysis, both in the public and private sectors.
You will also have the opportunity to specialise your degree – aligning it to future career aspirations or interests – by choosing from our range of optional modules.
For more information, please visit the programme page
Modules
Sample modules may include: Advanced microeconomic analysis, Advanced macroeconomic analysis, Econometrics I, Economics of public policy, and Applied Behavioural Economics.
Check our website for more details about the course structure.
Entry requirements
IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent).
Entry requirements: You should have a bachelor's honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:1 (2:2 for those whose degree contains a high level of economics content) or above.
To apply for this course, you must have an undergraduate degree in a numerate, quantitative or business-related discipline such as economics, business administration, finance, accounting, international trade, banking, financial management, public finance, mathematics, computer science, data science, geography.
Applications are also welcome from candidates with strong career experience in a relevant field.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £11750 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11750 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11750 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11750 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £11750 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £11750 | Year 1 |
| EU | £25850 | Year 1 |
| International | £25850 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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