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European MSc in Economics


Degrees Available



MSc Full-time

Suitable for International Students?

Yes

Award Tuition Fees Attendance Mode Length of Course
MSc

2012/13:

  • Home/EU - £4,900
  • International - £11,000

(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year)

 Full-time 12 months
September
Study mode Full-time

Course Introduction

The European MSc in Economics provides training in advanced economics and its applications. Students will study at the University of Bradford and at one of our European partner universities. By combining taught modules in the UK and at one of our European partner institutions you will gain important additional skills of studying and living in another European Union member state as well as access to a wide range of modules. This will give you a broader experience of economics and will provide an excellent foundation for a career in a European or international company or organisation. Tuition will be in English.

At the University of Bradford, we emphasise the applied aspects of study to understand the world around us, with a focus on the impact of economic forces and the role of policy in shaping change.

The skills that you will develop on this programme are in high demand from employers. Your additional experiences in Europe will add to this marking you out as a highly employable individual.

Course Syllabus

2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option

Semester 1 - 60 Credits (3 x Core Modules):

  • Econometrics and Applied Research 20 Credits (C)
  • Macroeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)
  • Microeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)

Semester 2 - 60 Credits

  • (60 credits of Core and Option Modules from a European partner institution)

Stage 3-  60 Credits (1 x Core Module):

  • Dissertation in European Economics 60 Credits (C)

NB - Modules may be subject to change prior to course delivery

PG Diploma Full-time

Suitable for International Students?

Yes

Award Tuition Fees Attendance Mode Length of Course
PG Diploma

2012/13:

  • Home/EU - TBC
  • International - £11,000

(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year)

 Full-time 9 months
September
Study mode Full-time

Course Introduction

The European MSc in Economics provides training in advanced economics and its applications. Students will study at the University of Bradford and at one of our European partner universities. By combining taught modules in the UK and at one of our European partner institutions you will gain important additional skills of studying and living in another European Union member state as well as access to a wide range of modules. This will give you a broader experience of economics and will provide an excellent foundation for a career in a European or international company or organisation. Tuition will be in English.

At the University of Bradford, we emphasise the applied aspects of study to understand the world around us, with a focus on the impact of economic forces and the role of policy in shaping change.

The skills that you will develop on this programme are in high demand from employers. Your additional experiences in Europe will add to this marking you out as a highly employable individual.

Course Syllabus

2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option

Semester 1 - 60 Credits (3 x Core Modules):

  • Econometrics and Applied Research 20 Credits (C)
  • Macroeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)
  • Microeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)

Semester 2 - 60 Credits

  • (60 credits of Core and Option Modules from a European partner institution)

NB - Modules may be subject to change prior to course delivery


PG Certificate Full-time

Suitable for International Students?

Yes

Award Tuition Fees Attendance Mode Length of Course
PG Certificate

2012/13: Home/EU/International - TBC - please contact hub@bradford.ac.uk

(A small increase can be expected for the subsequent year)

 Full-time 3 months
September
Study mode Full-time

Course Introduction

The European MSc in Economics provides training in advanced economics and its applications. Students will study at the University of Bradford and at one of our European partner universities. By combining taught modules in the UK and at one of our European partner institutions you will gain important additional skills of studying and living in another European Union member state as well as access to a wide range of modules. This will give you a broader experience of economics and will provide an excellent foundation for a career in a European or international company or organisation. Tuition will be in English.

At the University of Bradford, we emphasise the applied aspects of study to understand the world around us, with a focus on the impact of economic forces and the role of policy in shaping change.

The skills that you will develop on this programme are in high demand from employers. Your additional experiences in Europe will add to this marking you out as a highly employable individual.

Course Syllabus

2011/12: (C) = Core, (O) = Option

Semester 1 - 60 Credits (3 x Core Modules):

  • Econometrics and Applied Research 20 Credits (C)
  • Macroeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)
  • Microeconomics Theory and Policy 20 Credits (C)

NB - Modules may be subject to change prior to course delivery

Special Features

  • Students studying on the European MSc in Economics spend the second semester living and studying at one of our European partner institutions, where they gain a broader experience of economics that provides an excellent foundation for a career in a European or international company or organisation.

Entry Requirements

The University welcomes applications for this course from students with a second class UK bachelors degree with honours (or overseas equivalent from a recognised higher education institution) which includes study of economics to intermediate level or from those who hold a recognised pre-Masters qualification with economics content and who can demonstrate proficiency in the core principles of economics. 

Level of English Required

IELTS at 6.0 or equivalent

[Full information on our General English Language Requirements]

Collaborative Partners

The Division of Economics currently has arrangements with the University of Cologne in Germany and Roma Tre University in Italy. 

Career Opportunities

  • In line with the University’s mission of ‘Making Knowledge Work’ the Division’s courses at all levels have a strong applied, real-world focus and seek to provide students with transferable as well as subject-specific skills.
  • The study undertaken at the partner institution will provide an excellent foundation for a career in a European or international company or organisation.
  • In addition, the Division of Economics hosts a seminar series and invites speakers from different areas of professional practice, research and policy in finance and economics throughout the year, as well as sessions with employers from both finance and also government discussing the activities of financial and economic analysts in a range of professional roles.  The Division benefits from good relations with government employers of economists, as well as its location close to the major financial centres in Manchester and Leeds, each of which has employment in a range of industries that recruit graduate economists.

Contact Details

Download Prospectus

SSIS Brochure Cover

Social and International Studies School Prospectus 2012 (PDF, 3.3MB)

Please note that these PDFs are correct as at time of print (December 2011). For the most up to date course information please use the web page.

Cognate Course

Yes