Economics (MSc) 12 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Southampton |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Application Deadline

19 Aug, 2026Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

Economics and EconometricsMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Study macro and microeconomics to evaluate economic policy and problems on this MSc Economics at Southampton. Gain in-depth knowledge of the concepts, tools and methods used in modern economics.
This ESRC-recognised research training programme will provide you with a thorough knowledge and understanding of the concepts, tools and methods of modern economics and their application to the analysis of economic problems. We will give you the training necessary for a career as an economist in the public or private sector or to undertake independent research.
You’ll have access to our Financial Laboratory (FinLab) which hosts 21 Bloomberg trading terminals, where you can work with real-time data, breaking news and powerful analytics.
Key features of this course
You’ll learn to understand the theoretical foundations of economic analysis. As well as formulate, manipulate and draw conclusions from an economic model.
Apply economic analysis to a range of policy areas. Present ideas, arguments and research findings effectively.
Learn to test and evaluate economic models using a variety of research methodologies, data and techniques of analysis.
Student Support
You’ll join a close-knit and diverse learning community, we offer an exceptional academic experience, with small-group teaching that allows you to explore topics in depth and plenty of support to ensure you achieve your potential.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Study macro and microeconomics to evaluate economic policy and problems on this MSc Economics at Southampton. Gain in-depth knowledge of the concepts, tools and methods used in modern economics.
This ESRC-recognised research training programme will provide you with a thorough knowledge and understanding of the concepts, tools and methods of modern economics and their application to the analysis of economic problems. We will give you the training necessary for a career as an economist in the public or private sector or to undertake independent research.
You’ll have access to our Financial Laboratory (FinLab) which hosts 21 Bloomberg trading terminals, where you can work with real-time data, breaking news and powerful analytics.
Key features of this course
You’ll learn to understand the theoretical foundations of economic analysis. As well as formulate, manipulate and draw conclusions from an economic model.
Apply economic analysis to a range of policy areas. Present ideas, arguments and research findings effectively.
Learn to test and evaluate economic models using a variety of research methodologies, data and techniques of analysis.
Student Support
You’ll join a close-knit and diverse learning community, we offer an exceptional academic experience, with small-group teaching that allows you to explore topics in depth and plenty of support to ensure you achieve your potential.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
176+
3.2+
92+
67+
120+
You'll need a 2.1 degree in economics with a significant quantitative component or other quantitative subjects such as statistics, maths, physics. Quantitative background needed. Please note Finance or Management degrees are not suitable for this programme.

19 Aug 2026
1 Year
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