Development Economics MSc

at City University of London

Benefits of this course
 

By the time you complete this course you will be able to confidently demonstrate how modern economic theory applies to development economics.

You will benefit from a global perspective, an analytical& sensibility and a keen understanding of new research in fields such as behavioural and experimental economics, macroeconomics, and regulation and competition.

When seeking work, you will be confident in your new competencies. These will include the ability to develop microeconomic models and undertake empirical investigations employing quantitative methods.
 

Award
 

You can select to apply for one of the available exit points for this course.
 

• Master of Science (MSc)
   

Who is this course for?
 

If you have some quantitative experience and want a rewarding career as a development economist, this course will put you in a strong position. You should have an existing interest in the practical and ethical issues in development economics.

 

Structure
 

Master of Science (MSc)
 

Duration:
 

• Full-time: 1 year

• Part-time: 2 years

Total credits: 180
 

Modules:
 

Some modules may be subject to change depending on student numbers, tutor availability, or course updates. This may affect the overall number of modules.

UK
 

You should have some mathematical background (A-level, IB, AP or any other equivalent secondary school qualification) and an upper second-class undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in one of the following:

 

• Economics or a related discipline (e.g. finance)

• Business, Management, Politics, Law, Accounting, Psychology, Quantitative Sociology or Financial Journalism

• A quantitative discipline, such as Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or a Natural Science

 

Students with a good lower second-class degree in one of the above disciplines may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
 

You must also meet the English language requirement for the programme.
 

English language requirements
 

If English is not your first language you will need the following qualification:
 

• IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 for each sub-test) OR

• A first degree from a UK university or an overseas institution recognised by City as providing adequate evidence of proficiency in the English language, for example, from institutions in Australia or the USA.

All applicants that require a Student visa must meet the minimum Home Office English Language ability requirements before City can issue the Certificate of Acceptance for Study (CAS) that is needed to apply for a Student visa.

Fees for academic year 2022/23
 

Master of Science (MSc)
 

Full-time per year

UK: £10,820

Overseas/EU: £16,240

 

Part-time per year

UK: £5,410

Overseas/EU: £8,120

Career
 

A range of employment opportunities are open to you when you graduate. You could seek work in the public or the private sector, focusing on consultancy or economic analysis.
 

Areas and organisations you could consider:
 

• consulting firms specialising in development

• governmental bodies such as the Department for International Development (DFID)

• major international, financial and development institutions such as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund or the United Nations

• the Overseas Development Institute (ODI), which regularly recruits MSc students for overseas postings.

This course also gives a strong foundation for further doctoral research in the field of economics.