Economics
Entry requirements
Degree requirements
A Distinction at UK Masters level in Economics, Finance or a related field. A thorough knowledge of Masters-level Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, and Econometrics, and also of Mathematics and statistical theory relevant to Economics is required.
Additional information
For information on the comparability of international qualifications to a UK Masters degree, please contact the Admissions Office.
Find out more about how to apply for our postgraduate taught courses.
Months of entry
September
Course content
About the School of Economics and Finance (SEF):
- Close proximity to London’s financial districts (City of London and Canary Wharf)
- Self-contained campus with on-site accommodation
- State-of-the-art building
- Teaching by research-active academics as well as visiting city professionals
About the Economics MRes:
- Research-oriented programme for students who already hold an MSc in economics or a related field
- Strong emphasis on formal maths, statistics and econometrics
- Teaching and dissertation supervision by research-active academics
- Most students graduating from the programme continue onto our PhD programme (subject to fulfilling requirements)
- Can also be pursued as a stand-alone degree
- Generous financial assistance available for outstanding candidates
MRes Economics
Year 1: 120 credits
Semester A: Microeconomics I, Macroeconomics I, Econometrics I (all 20 credits each)
Semester B: Microeconomics II, Macroeconomics II, Econometrics II (all 20 credits each)
Year 2: 120 credits
Semester A: Two from a choice of elective modules (15 credits each)
Advanced Econometrics
Advanced Microeconomics
Advanced Macroeconomics
Foundations in Asset Pricing
Foundations in Corporate Finance
Semester B: Two from a choice of elective modules (15 credits each)
International Economics
Development Economics
Labour & Public Economics
Advanced Finance I
Advanced Finance II
Semester B and C: Dissertation (60 credits)
Department specialisms
Macroeconomics, microeconomic theory and game theory, applied microeconomics, econometric theory, time series analysis, theoretical and empirical finance, and financial econometrics.
Information for international students
Fees and funding
There are a number of ways you can fund your postgraduate degree.
- Scholarships and bursaries
- Postgraduate loans (UK students)
- Country-specific scholarships for international students
Our Advice and Counselling service offers specialist support on financial issues, which you can access as soon as you apply for a place at Queen Mary. Before you apply, you can access our funding guides and advice on managing your money:
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MRes
- full time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- School of Economics and Finance
- pgtadmissions@qmul.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)20 7882 8848