MSc International Economics

Course overview

The MSc International Economics course at the University of Essex primarily gives students a clear insight into the international economy and its effect on organisations. During this course, the integration of theory, data, and analysis with international economics will be studied.

This course uses a research-led, practical-based teaching method led by expert staff. Students attend a two-hour lecture and a one-hour class or lab for each module per week. Assessment is through a final examination and a coursework component (in the form of a term paper or a midterm test). Finally, students undertake an individually supervised research project that studies a specific economic problem.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

The University accepts a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. But here are the standard requirements to study MSc International Economics at the University of Essex:

Grade requirements

Applicants must have at least a 2:2 degree, or international equivalent, in any discipline which includes three relevant modules:

Econometrics (or Maths, or Statistics)
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics

The university will also consider applicants with a 2:2 degree or above in other fields where there is at least one year's relevant work experience, after graduating, in the economics/banking field.

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

Alumni Loyalty Discount
First Class or Distinction, 2.1 or Merit, 2.2 or successful completion of a Masters, Graduate or PG Diploma - 20%.
Up to 20% of fees
Essex Futures BT– Masters Scholarship
School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering (CSEE) is delighted to be offering up to six scholarship worth £5,500 each for 1 year full time.
Up to £5,500
Global Talent Masters Scholarship
You could be eligible for a scholarship worth £5,000, paid as a discount on your tuition fee.
Up to £5,000
Hugh Brogan Bursary
If you are applying to study a History MA degree, you could be eligible for one of four available cash bursaries worth £2,500.
Up to £2,500
Postgraduate Masters (PGT) International Health Bursary
The University is offering a bursary of £776 for Masters (PGT) international students.
Up to £776
Postgraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship
You could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £6,500, for your first year of study at Essex.
Up to £6,500
Sociology and Criminology - Fuller PGT Scholarship
The Department of Sociology and Criminology is offering scholarships of £11,025 to support six postgraduate students to study within the department in 2026-2027.
Up to £11,025
The Eleonore Koch Travel Fund
The School of Philosophical, Historical & Interdisciplinary Studies is offering a bursary of up to £5,000.
The Essex MBA Dean's Award
The school is able to offer fee discounts between 10% - 100% of tuition fee value.
The Ronald J. Hill Fund
The department of Government is offering a bursary of £3,000 to assist one postgraduate student within the department of Government to assist with tuition fees or living costs.
Up to £3,000
University of Sanctuary Scholarship

Career opportunities

With a Master's degree in Finance and Management from the University of Essex, graduates become fully equipped to pursue a career as:

Economic Analyst
International Trade Specialist
Policy Advisor
Investment Banker
Development Economist
Financial Consultant

Cost of study

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) for MSc International Economics at the University of Essex is £23,500 per year.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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