Economics
Entry requirements
We will consider all applications with a 2:2 (or international equivalent) in Economics and other Social Sciences (such as Politics, Sociology, Finance, Business, International Relations, Law), as well as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or Engineering. Applicants with professional qualifications or relevant professional experience will also be considered. Applicants will need to demonstrate they have studied Economic theory (including Macroeconomics and Microeconomics) and ONE of the following: Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Quantitative Methods (Statistics or Econometrics).
In addition to degree classification, we take into account other elements of the application such as supporting statement. References are optional but can help build a stronger application if you fall below the 2:2 requirement or have non-traditional qualification.
Months of entry
September
Course content
The MSc in Economics offers unique training in both mainstream and heterodox economics, providing students with a solid theoretical foundation and rigorous analytical tools to confront the challenges encountered by national and global economies.
Participants will have the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge theories and empirical research on economic issues. These include the root causes and impacts of global financial crises, industrial policy, structural transformation, the causes of inequality, and the impact of climate change on the economy, among other concerns.
Optional regional modules enable students to explore perspectives rooted in the tradition of SOAS Economics. Additionally, students have the opportunity to specialize in one of the following three areas: 1) Economics and International Finance, 2) Economics of Environment, and 3) Economics and Institutions. Specialization is achieved through the selection of specific optional modules and by writing a dissertation on a related topic.
Global Partnerships
Programme participants are eligible to apply for a co-supervised dissertation, collaborating with members of the Economics department and leading experts from international organizations. Such organizations include the World Bank, the International Trade Centre (ITC), the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the International Labour Organization (ILO).
In addition, this programme is offered as part of a dual master's degree with Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). Through the dual Master's, students can spend the first year studying at SAIS and the second year at SOAS or vice versa and gain a Master's award from each institution. For more information about the eligible programmes included in the dual masters, please see the SOAS-SAIS partnership on the Global Partnerships website.
Why study MSc Economics at SOAS?
- SOAS is ranked 27th in the UK for economics (QS World University Rankings 2023)
- We're top 20 in the UK for student satisfaction with teaching (Complete University Guide 2023)
- We're also ranked top 40 in the UK for economics (Complete University Guide 2023)
- SOAS is ranked 6th in the UK for employment outcomes (QS World University Rankings 2023)
Information for international students
For details, including English language requirements, please see SOAS website
Fees and funding
For details of postgraduate fees, please see SOAS website
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- part time24-36 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Postgraduate Enquiries
- study@soas.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0)20 3510 6974