MSc Economics and Finance

at University of Surrey

Modules

Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Please note that modules may be subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.

The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff. Modules can be either 15, 30, 45, 75 and 120 credits, and additionally for some masters dissertations, 90 credits.

Module Title
 

• Econometrics 1
• Foundations Of Finance: Finance & Investments
• Macroeconomics
• Microeconomics
• Advanced Microeconomics
• Corporate Finance
• Derivatives Securities
• Econometrics 2
• Economics Of The Firm
• Financial Econometrics
• International Finance
• International Finance And Developing Economies
• Risk Management
• Theory Of Finance
• Research Methods

A minimum of a 2:1 UK honours degree in either Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, Physics or Statistics, or a recognised equivalent international qualification.

Alternatively we will consider a UK 2:1 or overseas equivalent in another subject if you achieve above 60 per cent (UK grading or overseas equivalent) in Macroeconomics and Microeconomics modules and one other module from Algebra, Calculus, Mathematics, Probability, Quantitative Methods or Statistics.

Applicants with a 2:1 degree or overseas equivalent in other subjects who have substantial work experience in the field of their desired specialisation will also be considered.

English language requirements
 

• IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each element.

Fees

Full-time - 1 year
 

• UK-£10,900
• Overseas-£19,200

A masters degree provides a deep understanding of the problems economists are asked to tackle, and enhances employability and the prospect of a rewarding career. You’ll be taught by experienced research-active experts who can provide real industry insights.

Some of our masters graduates have embarked on careers in roles such as:
 

• Analysts (finance, business, data, trade, and sales)
• Audit Manager
• Client Success Manager
• Consultants (International Consultant)
• Economic Advisor
• Economist
• Investment Management Analyst
• Regulatory Affairs Advisor.