MSc Economics at University of Reading

Programme overview

The MSc Economics provides the fundamental tools of a professional economist, including assessing theoretical, empirical and policy-related issues, and is led by staff of the Department of Economics. It suits those aiming for government, international organisations, business, banking and finance, or economic research and PhD-level study.

Department: Department of Economics | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Reading, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Dissertation, Advanced Microeconomic Analysis, Advanced Macroeconomic Analysis, Econometrics I and Econometrics II. Options include Introduction to Econometric Analysis, Topics in Business Economics, The Economics of Financial Markets, Development Economics, Economics of Social Policy, Advances in Causal Inference, Applied Behavioural Economics and a Capstone Project.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates for careers in government, international organisations, business, banking and finance, or economic research and PhD-level study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A bachelor's honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:1 (2:2 for those whose degree contains a high level of economics content) or above. To apply you must hold an undergraduate degree in a numerate, quantitative or business-related discipline such as economics, business administration, finance, accounting, international trade, banking, financial management, public finance, mathematics, computer science, data science or geography. Applications are also welcome from candidates with strong career experience in a relevant field. English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time; part-time over two years charged at 50% of the annual full-time fee in each year Source

International applicants: GBP 27,450 a year (2027/28). Full-time; part-time over two years charged at 50% of the annual full-time fee in each year Source

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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