Economics

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours Degree or postgraduate diploma from a UK university (or overseas equivalent) in Economics or a related discipline. Applicants must have achieved a pass mark at undergraduate level in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics or Statistics modules.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Study Economics with us to understand market dynamics, drive change and impact the world.

Excel in theory, thrive in practice. Our MSc Economics programme blends strong theoretical knowledge with practical skills, allowing specialisation to meet individual needs. The curriculum emphasises policy analysis and real-world applications, cultivating a broad spectrum of transferable skills.

View our course page for a list of modules

What makes this course different?

The MSc Economics is tailored for motivated and ambitious students who have studied Economics at bachelor’s level. Whether you’re looking at operating as an economics professional, in the public or private sector, in the UK or abroad, or undertaking research by enrolling on a PhD with us, this programme is designed to meet your needs and professional aspirations.

Through our strong links with industry your academic study is combined with a real practical focus, leading to vast and varied job opportunities once you graduate.

• Learn from top economists, gaining critical insights into economic theory and real-world applications for competitive advantage.
• Specialise in Behavioural and Experimental Economics, Development Economics or Environmental and Natural Resource Economics through 40 optional credits and a dissertation, preparing you for a focussed policy or research career.
• Engage in a practical summer term research project, developing valuable skills to enhance career opportunities significantly.
• Study in Birmingham, the UK's Second City, renowned for its thriving financial sector and major financial institutions.
• Equipped with advanced analytical skills and research methods, you will receive comprehensive training in advanced techniques essential for addressing diverse challenges in empirical and policy analysis.

Information for international students

For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

• TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
• LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill