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MSc Applied Economics at University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom

Programme overview

MSc combining technical and analytical economics skills with practical experience of applying them to real-world economic problems, designed in consultation with employers, consultancies and policy bodies. Study options include full-time, part-time, PgDip or PgCert and modular study.

Department: Department of Economics (Strathclyde Business School)  |  Duration: 12 months full-time; 24-36 months part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core classes include Analysis of Economic Data, Economic Appraisal & Modelling, Fundamentals of Macroeconomics and Microeconomics and Professional Development for Economists, with electives such as Economics of Inequality & Inclusive Growth, energy, environmental, development, regional and health economics, then a summer project.

Career pathways

Graduates work in economic consulting, financial advice and analysis, banks, international organisations, UK and overseas government economics services, regulators such as OFGEM and the Competition and Markets Authority, and some progress to PhD study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum second-class honours degree or overseas equivalent in any subject. English language (international applicants): IELTS 6.5 overall with no individual score below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 15,050 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate; Scotland and rest of UK Source

International applicants: GBP 29,350 a year (2026/27). Full-time MSc rate Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24-36 months part-time

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