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MSc Applied Economics at University of Reading - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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Course summary

With our MSc Applied Economics course you'll apply theory and analysis methods to the problems and policy issues facing economists all over the world. Led by experts from the University of Reading’s Department of Economics, this master’s degree focuses on the application of economics to contemporary problems and policy, with a multicultural and global outlook. Designed by academics who have worked as professional economists in the UK Government Economic Service and the World Bank, this programme combines theoretical, methodological, and practical issues, based on rigorous training in core areas of the discipline. For more information, please visit our course page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/economics-pg/msc-applied-economics

Modules

Sample modules may include:

  • Applied Economic Project
  • Microeconomic and Macroeconomic Policy
  • Economic Data Analysis
  • Applied Behavioural Economics
  • Economic Appraisal and Evaluation Methods.
These are the modules that we currently offer for 2025/26 entry. They may be subject to change as we regularly review our module offerings to ensure they’re informed by the latest research and teaching methods. Please note that the University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Please check our website for full details of the course structure.

Entry requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent) Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Your undergraduate degree should be in a numerate discipline, and you should have at least a basic knowledge of maths and statistics. Pre-sessional English language programme: If you need to improve your English language score, you can take a pre-sessional English course prior to entry onto your degree.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Channel Islands £12050 Whole course
Republic of Ireland £12050 Whole course
EU £26450 Whole course
England £12050 Whole course
Northern Ireland £12050 Whole course
Scotland £12050 Whole course
Wales £12050 Whole course
International £26450 Whole 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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
MSc Applied Economics at University of Reading - UCAS