Economics MSc

at City University of London

Benefits of this course
 

We help you develop new and existing skills, significantly enhance your knowledge of economics and prepare you for work as a professional economist.

 

By the time you graduate, your sharpened critical and analytical abilities will function alongside a full understanding of modern economic theory.

 

You will be confident in the application of econometric theory and techniques, and in your ability to critically analyse modern research.

 

The dissertation track is also a good pathway to an Economics PhD if you want to pursue further study.
 

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?
 

This course is ideal if you want to thoroughly immerse yourself in modern economics training, either straight after an undergraduate degree or as a mid-career professional.

 

You have the flexibility to study full time over one year or part time over two years.
 

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
   

  To apply for this course, you should have some mathematical background (A-level, IB, AP or any other equivalent secondary school qualification) and one of the following:

  • An upper second-class (or equivalent) undergraduate degree in economics or a related discipline (e.g. finance).

  • An upper second-class undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in Business, Management, Politics, Law, Accounting, Psychology, Quantitative Sociology or Financial Journalism.

  • An upper-second class (or equivalent) undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline, such as Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or a Natural Science.

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

  All students must also meet the English language requirement for the programme as specified.
   

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: £11,360
• Overseas/EU: £16,240

 

Part-time per year

• UK: £5,680
• Overseas/EU: £8,120

Career
 

When you complete this programme, a diverse mix of rewarding careers will be open to you.

 

Our graduates are consistently employed across the public and private sectors in roles such as consultancy and financial analysis.

 

Recent graduates have been hired for positions including:

• Economic Analyst, BlackRock.

• Assistant Economist, Department for Transport.

• Cash Funding Analyst, Mizuho International.

• Researcher and Economist, Ipsos Mori (Policy and Evaluation).

 

The Economics MSc also gives a solid foundation for further doctoral research in the field of economics.