MPhil in Economics at University of Oxford

Programme overview

The MPhil in Economics provides a solid foundation for doctoral research and the advanced knowledge and skills for a career as a professional economist in government or the private sector, and is recommended for applicants without prior graduate study in economics.

Department: Department of Economics | Duration: 21 months | Intake: 27 September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The first year starts with a non-examined preparatory course in mathematical methods, then three compulsory courses in the central areas of microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics.

Career pathways

Numerous graduates have gone on to distinguished careers in economics or related fields; each year around 10-15 proceed to the DPhil in Economics at Oxford.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in economics, with strong quantitative preparation; candidates with a related first degree must show how their background prepares them for graduate study in economics. All candidates are expected to have working knowledge of one programming language at the start. English language (higher level): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 (Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24); C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 191 overall with 185 per component; Oxford Test of English Advanced 165 overall with 155 per component. Test must be taken no more than two years before the course start. Application deadline 26 January 2027.

Intake: 27 September 2027

Duration: 21 months full-time

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