MSc Economics at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Our transformative Economics MSc will empower you with in-depth knowledge, invaluable experience and analytical expertise to navigate complex economic landscapes. This programme will give you the essential skills and knowledge to propel your career forward in the dynamic field of economics. It will open doors to a world of opportunities and enable you to make a lasting impact on a global scale.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: Newcastle University Business School | Duration: Full time: 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include: ECO, ECO & Data Sci and BEE Programme Community, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Mathematical Analysis, Topics in Microeconomics, Topics in Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Mathematics Foundations, Dissertation, Introduction to Economic Theory.

Career pathways

Graduate roles and employers include: analytical thinking; argument formulation; critical thinking; problem solving; data analysis; communication; independent learning and research; government; the private sector; central banking.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typically a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or international equivalent, in economics or joint honours with a major component of economics. You are expected to have a good standard in mathematics (eg. calculus, matrix algebra, constrained optimisation) and statistics (eg. probability theory, statistical inference, hypothesis testing, simple regressions) achieved at undergraduate level. If you have a 2:2 degree in a related subject that is highly quantitative (eg finance, statistics, operations research, mathematics, engineering) you may be considered with approval from an academic selector. The selector will use the degree syllabus and / or letters of reference as evidence of understanding and suitability. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-skills).

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,850 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

International applicants: GBP 29,900 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/5464f/#how-to-apply

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