Economics - MSc
University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom
Course overview
Economics is the study of questions that affect us all. How do we achieve more equal growth and development? How do we address environmental concerns sustainably?
How can financial institutions manage traditional challenges such as inflation and interest rates, as well as newer developments such as cryptocurrencies? In this postgraduate economics course, you’ll enhance your ability to use the latest economic knowledge and analytical skills to find solutions to some of the world’s most pressing financial, environmental and development issues. Our curriculum will expand your knowledge of economics and statistics, with a particular focus on quantitative analysis.
You’ll find this skill invaluable in any successful employment role, from corporate market data analysis to global trade pattern research for public bodies. As you advance, you’ll be able to specialise in modules of your choice, and even develop your big data knowledge further by progressing to our data science MSc. We offer an international perspective at Kent.
Students can study in Bangladesh as part of our co-delivery arraignment with Brac and North-South Universities, funded by the Turing Scheme. They also benefit from a close-knit supportive campus environment, and world-class research centres exploring themes such as development economics, macroeconomics, microeconomics and agricultural economics.
Key highlights
- Strong focus on quantitative analysis across economics and statistics
- Choice of specialist modules as you advance through the course
- Option to progress to a data science MSc
- Study in Bangladesh with Brac and North-South Universities, Turing-funded
- Research centres in development, macro, micro and agricultural economics
- Tackles financial, environmental and development issues, including cryptocurrencies
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
- Degree: 2nd class — or above
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship
Scholarship value up to £10,000.
Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship
Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.
Up to £6,000Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award
Awards of up to £3,000
Kent Business School MBA Scholarship
50% off Tuition Fee.
Up to 50% of feesKent Graduate Scholarship
20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.
Up to 20% of feesKent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught
Scholarship value - £5000
Up to £5,000Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)
Scholarship value £3000
Up to £3,000Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)
£2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).
Up to £2,000Sasha Roberts Scholarship
£3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.
Up to £3,000The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates
£1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.
The CAMEMS Scholarship
£3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.
Up to £3,000The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates
£5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).
Careers this course leads to
- Economist
- Market data analyst
- Trade research analyst
- Policy analyst
- Financial analyst
- Data analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,000 per year | International: £20,700 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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