Course summary

This masters degree will equip you with the economic knowledge and skills to be able to analyse and address the most pressing global and social challenges of our time. You’ll learn how to explain the nature, significance of and interconnections between five key global challenges: the environment, recurring crises, health inequalities, social inequalities and global inequalities. As you progress through the MSc, you’ll develop your knowledge of research methods, including econometrics and quantitative and qualitative methods, that are relevant to the economic analysis of global challenges. This will culminate in a piece of extended independent research for your dissertation. You’ll also extend and deepen the skills and attributes that are crucial to enhancing your career development and professional skills. Key features of the course

• Gain an advanced understanding of contemporary global challenges and how they’re addressed from different economic perspectives.

• Provides you with a thorough grounding in the history of economics.

• Equips you with the key research skills required for independent research and to complete a dissertation.

• Enhances your ability to communicate ideas effectively, be reflective, and work with others.