MSc Economics at University of Southampton

On this MSc Economics course, you’ll develop the analytical, numerical and critical-thinking skills you need to understand and influence modern economic policy. You’ll study advanced macroeconomics, microeconomics and econometrics to gain a strong foundation in the concepts, tools and research methods that professional economists use. The MSc Economics programme is part of an ESRC-recognised training pathway.

Faculty: Social Sciences  |  Department: Economics  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this full-time UK master’s in economics you’ll study over 12 months. The taught part of the degree takes place between October and June. It consists of 30 study weeks divided into 2 semesters.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including accountancy firms, banks (high street and city), charitable and not-for-profit organisations, consultancies, insurance companies, government departments, think tanks, non-government organisations (ngos). Careers directly related to the course include actuary, chartered accountant, compliance officer, data analyst, economist, financial manager, financial risk analyst, investment analyst.

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