
Economics MSc
Keele UniversityStaffordshire, UK
Course overview
Master the tools to solve complex economic challenges with our Economics MSc. Whether your background is in computer science, economics, engineering, mathematics, or the sciences, you will strengthen your understanding of economic theory and quantitative methods, including advanced econometrics, and apply them to real-world global issues. Build practical experience, sharpen your analytical and critical thinking skills, and develop the expertise to excel in careers across the City, international corporate sectors or pursue PhD studies.
Key highlights
- Strengthens economic theory and quantitative methods, including advanced econometrics
- Applies economic tools to real-world global issues
- Optional placement route extends study to up to two years
- Open to graduates from computer science, engineering, maths and sciences
- Develops analytical and critical thinking skills for complex economic challenges
- Prepares graduates for City careers or PhD study
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include computer science, economics, engineering, maths, or science subject
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Humanities Master's Scholarship
We aim to award scholarships up to £1,000.
Keele Alumni Discount
The Keele Alumni Discount is a 20% discount of the tuition fee charged for Keele Alumni (10% for online programmes).
Keele Staff Discount
If you are a Keele University employee, you may be eligible for a 30% discount off your postgraduate tuition fees.
Up to 30% of feesKUIC Postgraduate Progression Scholarship
70% and above - £5,000; 60% - 69% - £4,000; 50% - 59% - £3,000.
Postgraduate Global Scholarship
1st - £5,000; 2:1 - £4,000; 2:2 - £3,000.
The Keele Postgraduate Research Alumni Discount (KPGRAD)
This is a 20% discount on the tuition fee if you are studying a Postgraduate Research course (MPhil, PhD, or Professional Doctorate) either delivered on Keele Campus or Online.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Economist
- Econometrician
- Financial analyst
- Economic consultant
- Data analyst
- PhD researcher in economics
Cost of study
UK/Home: £11,700 | International: £18,200
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 Keele University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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