Course summary
Study Economics with us to understand market dynamics, drive change and impact the world. Excel in theory, thrive in practice. Our programme is carefully designed to provide an optimal blend of strong theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills, allowing students to specialise in specific subjects tailored to meet their individual needs and professional aspirations. The curriculum is designed to cultivate a broad spectrum of transferable skills, emphasising the theoretical foundations of Economics and policy analysis. This programme puts a strong focus on empirical and practical applications within real-world business, life, and global contexts. Your employability options are vast and varied, our strong links with industry mean that rigorous undergraduate academic study is combined with a real practical focus, leading to excellent job opportunities. Why study this course at Birmingham? -You will be taught by prominent academics with expertise in various areas of economics who will help you develop critical awareness and understanding of the theoretical foundations of economics and its applications to the real world which will contribute to giving you an edge over the competition. -You will get to choose one of the three optional named specialisms: Environmental and Natural Resource Economics; Behavioural and Experimental Economics; and Development Economics. Each pathway is designed to prepare students for more specialised policy work or research within the named area. -Conduct an innovative and practical research project during the summer term, fostering valuable and transferable skills that will significantly boost your career prospects. -Birmingham is the UK’s Second City and one of the fastest-growing economies in the UK on top of a strong performer in terms of employment. In combination with our specialist careers service and links with employers in the industry, Birmingham Business School places employability at the forefront. -Birmingham Business School belongs to the elite tier of global business schools holding the prestigious Triple-Crown accreditation from leading bodies AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB. This distinction ensures the highest standards in education and research excellence.
Modules
Please view our course page for a list of modules
Assessment method
Students will be taught through a mixture of lectures, workshops, and seminars, and will be assessed through exams, group and individual projects and presentations, reports, essays, videos, digital artefacts, and case studies. The world of economics is affected by the current challenges we face. This is why this course, in line with Birmingham Business School’s responsible business ethos, will examine economic issues relating to ethics and sustainability.
Entry requirements
In order to be considered, applicants will have or should be expecting to achieve an Honours degree (2:1 or higher) 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. **International Students** IELTS 6.5 with no less that 6.0 in any band TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing If you are currently studying at a Chinese university, please view our specific entry requirements https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/International/students/country/China/index.aspx including our list of acceptable universities for further study at Birmingham.
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
For more detailed information on available funding and fees for postgraduate courses please visit https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/fees-funding
Sponsorship information
Scholarships may be available to home and international students.
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT