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Economics at University of Kent - UCAS

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Course summary

Our programme offers small class sizes, ensuring personalised attention and fostering a vibrant, interactive environment where every student's voice is heard. The richness of our diverse student body enhances the fabric of discussions, bringing together varied perspectives and creating a dynamic intellectual community. The teaching faculty mirrors this diversity, with experts from various backgrounds dedicated to nurturing your academic growth. Recent graduates have been hired by companies in the UK such as BNP Paribas, AXA, FactSet and PwC. Reasons to study Economics at Kent

  • Study in a multicultural environment and build yourself an international professional network for the future.
  • Develop your ability to apply economic knowledge, analytical tools and skills to a range of national and international problems in the areas of finance, development and the environment.
  • Study in our new Sibson building, home to our economics community, with excellent facilities, ideal for teaching analytic tools.
  • Learn from inspiring lecturers who advise UK, European and international organisations.
  • Access the excellent research facilities in The Templeman Library.
  • Be around a vibrant research community and work with them on your research dissertation.
  • Students may opt for a co-delivery arrangement with Brac University, Bangladesh, or North South University, Bangladesh, in which they are hosted by Brac / North South and jointly supervised by academic staff members from Kent and Brac / North South University
What you'll learn Our MSc programme aims to provide a solid foundation in economic analysis while allowing students to specialise in their areas of interest. You gain advanced quantitative skills, a deep understanding of economic principles, and the ability to apply economic analysis to real-world problems. The course equips you with a versatile skill set, preparing you not only for independent research but also for a variety of roles in academia, research institutions, government, international organisations, and the private sector.

Modules

Most programmes will require you to study a combination of compulsory and optional modules. You may also have the option to take modules from other programmes so that you may customise your programme and explore other subject areas that interest you.

Assessment method

Assessment is through a wide variety of methods including seminar presentations, extended essays, short projects, in-class tests, examinations, and the dissertation.

How to apply

International applicants

For detailed information see our English language requirements web pages. Please note that if you are required to meet an English language condition, we offer a number of pre-sessional courses in English for Academic Purposes through Kent International Pathways.

Entry requirements

A good honours degree (minimum 2:2) from the UK or an equivalent internationally recognised qualification in economics or a combined degree in economics and another subject. Applicants must also have a very good level of quantitative skills (eg a pre-university school qualification in mathematics). All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, and professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Economics at University of Kent - UCAS