MSc Financial Economics

at University of Exeter Business School

Compulsory modules

• BEAM029    Topics in Financial Economics   
• BEAM047    Fundamentals of Financial Management    
• BEEM103    Optimisation Techniques for Economists    
• BEEM115    Research Design and Dissertation   
• BEEM117    Economics of Corporate Finance    
• BEEM011    Applied Econometrics 1   
• BEEM012    Applied Econometrics 2    
• BEEM100    Macroeconomics [or BEEM101 or BEEM120]    
• BEEM101    Microeconomics [or BEEM100 or BEEM120]    
• BEEM120    Macroeconomics of Money and Financial Markets [or BEEM100 or BEEM101]

A mid 2:2 degree (55%+) with honours in an Economics or related discipline from a recognised university, including degrees where Economics is a "minor" subject. Evidence of mathematical/quantitative ability is required.

We do consider all applications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study, significant relevant work experience or professional qualifications.

Entry requirements for international students

English language requirements

• IELTS

  Overall score 6.5. No less than 6.0 in any section.

• TOEFL

  Overall score 90 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, 21 for listening, 22 for reading and 23 for speaking.

UK fees per year:
£12,000 full-time

International fees per year:
£21,000 full-time

You may choose to apply an MSc in Financial Economics in a variety of roles including:

• Economist
• Financial risk analyst
• Investment analyst
• Statistician