MSc Economics

at University of Bath

Compulsory course units

These compulsory units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.
 

Semester 1

• Econometric theory
• Macroeconomic theory
• Microeconomic theory
• Research methods in economics
• Plus one optional unit
   

Semester 2

• Financial econometrics
• Advanced economic theory
• Quantitative methods for economics
• Plus two optional units
   

Summer

• Economics: Masters dissertation

Typically, you should have a Bachelor degree with a final overall result of at least First Class. However, due to the number of different grading scales in use, we ask that you upload a copy of the grading scale used by your institution, along with your transcript, when you submit your application.
 

To apply for this course, you should have an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, automotive engineering and vehicle engineering.
 

We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
 

If you have graduated within the last 5 years from an Indian university where the medium of instruction is English and have achieved the required level of English in your Indian 12th Standard examinations, we may be able to assess your English. More information can be found here.
 

English language requirements
 

• IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components

• The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element

• TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
   

You will need to get your English language qualification within 24 months prior to starting your course.

MSc Economics Home £10,700   Overseas £23,000

This course is designed to give you the knowledge and level of skills required to secure work as a professional economist in government, research units or commercial enterprises. It is also suited to if you're wishing to undertake doctoral study.
 

Recent graduates have progressed to jobs around the world, including:
 

• Economic Advisor, Department for Education (UK)
• Chief Analyst, Enterprise Lithuania
• Principal Case Officer, Competition and Markets Authority (UK)
• Senior Tax Consultant, KPMG (Kazakhstan)
• Investment Manager, private equity company (Czech Republic)
• Director, Regional Sector Research, Emirates NBD Global Markets and Treasury Department (United Arab Emirates)
   

Others have chosen to stay in academia.