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Masters Degree Description

Gain in-depth knowledge and research skills in economics. Learn about the advanced techniques needed to analyse complex data and draw actionable insights.

Through in-depth training in quantitative research methods, this course will help you gain the essential skills to progress your studies or become a working economics researcher.

Specifically, the course offers you:

  • a combination of the academic study of key theoretical and quantitative economics with the development of research and writing skills
  • a critical evaluation of current and applied economics research
  • an ability to evaluate and contribute to economic debates
  • the opportunity to mix with social science researchers from other disciplines (taking associated MRes courses)

You’ll enhance your understanding of the techniques used in the analysis of large-scale economics data and how to effectively present key insights and findings.

Entry Requirements

You should have a bachelor’s Honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:1 or above.

To apply for this course, you should have an undergraduate degree in either economics, business or an appropriate quantitative subject such as engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics.

You are also expected to have obtained good marks in at least five core economics units comprising macroeconomics, microeconomics and econometrics (or statistics). These may be complemented by quantitative units such as calculus, probability, data analysis, game theory, operational research or financial engineering. The units should preferably have been taken in your final two years of study.

In your application you will need to provide a max. 500 word personal statement in your own words which should explain:

(a) Why you wish to undertake a Master of Research and the interests and skills you particularly hope to develop on the course.

(b) Your research interests - please be specific.

We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

There is increasing demand for high-level quantitative research skills from a wide range of private and public sector recruiters.

Many firms and government departments are now committed to data-driven decision-making, making use of the increased availability of big data.

This course will equip you with a hybrid skill set that combines quantitative, computing and analytical skills with an understanding of economics research and enquiry.

This MRes also equips you to go into further study at PhD level.

Module Details

Year 1

Semester 1

Compulsory units

  • Econometrics
  • Financial economics
  • Macroeconomics
  • Microeconomics I

Semester 2

You will choose 15 credits of optional units.

Compulsory units

  • Financial decision making and applications
  • Time series econometrics

Optional units

  • Advanced economic theory
  • Behavioural finance
  • Economics of banking and financial institutions
  • Environmental and natural resource economics
  • Financial engineering
  • Financial markets
  • Introduction to programming and machine learning applications in economics and finance
  • Investment banking
  • Macroeconomic policy and institutions

Summer

You will complete a dissertation or consultancy project.

Optional units

  • Consultancy project
  • Masters dissertation

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