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MSc Economics

Institution:

University of Bath

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Dept/School/Faculty:

Department of Economics

Duration:

1 year full-time (or up to 3 year part-time)

Entry Requirements:

A good first degree in economics or equivalent (e.g. a degree with a high mathematical/quantitative content). Minimum English language requirements: Applicants should have a good command of English, oral as well as written. If your native language is not English you should have obtained a minimum score in English language tests of IELTS 7.0 (with not less than 6.5 in each of the four components) or TOEFL 600 (paper-based test) or 250 (computer-based test) or 100 (internet based)

Masters Fees:

http://www.bath.ac.uk/study/pg/fees/taughtfees/hss/index.html

Start Month(s):

October

Masters Degree Type:

MSc

Contact Name:

Postgraduate Administrator

Study Type:

Overview:
The MSc Economics combines the academic study of theoretical and quantitative subjects, with the option of studying specialist subject areas. The aims of both programmes are to develop:

- an advanced training in the analysis of economic problems and policy of use in private and public sector employment - It is anticipated that most students will want to complete the MSc: "An MSc in economics has effectively become a professional qualification" (Machin and Oswald, 2000:F347, Economic Journal);
- a knowledge of modern economic theory that is especially relevant to major applied economic areas;
- a knowledge of quantitative methods beyond the undergraduate level so that they will have mathematical, statistical and econometric skills to enable them to carry out quantitative analyses of economic problems;
- a research training in economics and its application enabling them to continue on to doctoral work should they so choose;
- a critical appreciation of existing applications of economic theory in policy choices and conflicts;
- builds on current, ongoing research activities within the department - see research by area

The programme was designed for those students who either already have, or who wish to pursue, careers as: economists in general and those seeking an academic career; staff of international organisations and national governments working in economic analysis and policy roles, and; economists or managers in private sector business organisations (including the financial services sector).

Core subjects:
- Economic Theory & Applications 1
- Econometrics for Economics & Finance
- Economic Theory & Applications 2
- Applied Econometrics
- Research Methods in Economics & Finance

Options:
- Welfare Economics & Distributive Justice
- International Monetary Economics
- Development Economics
- Transition Economics
- Environmental Regulation
- Growth Theory
- Public Economics
- Environmental Valuation & Resource Economics

The final third of the programme comprises a dissertation.

Details of funding:
http://www.bath.ac.uk/hss/graduate-school/funding/
http://www.bath.ac.uk/study/pg/funding/

The University of Bath is The Sunday Times 'University of the Year' 2011/2012.
http://www.bath.ac.uk/news/2011/university-of-the-year

Visit the MSc Economics page on the University of Bath web site for more details!

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