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Master of Economics with Public Policy

University of Essex

  • Colchester, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

Master of Arts in Economics with Public Policy is a 1-year full-time master's degree offered by the Department of Economics at the University of Essex.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically analyse advanced concepts and current developments in Economics with Public Policy. Select and apply relevant analytical
  • Research or professional methods. Present evidence-based findings and manage complex specialist projects.

Career outcomes

  • Public and private sector roles
  • Further research study (PhD)
  • Economics and public policy analysis

Curriculum

  • 1-Year full-time course in Economics with Public Policy
  • 180 Credits in total
  • Taught by the Department of Economics. Compulsory modules include Dissertation
  • Introductory Microeconomics
  • Introductory Econometrics
  • Foundations of Public Policy
  • The Politics of Public Policy
  • Lectures in Economic and Public Policy. Optional modules let students tailor the degree.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK entry: A 2:2 degree in any discipline
  • Your degree must include at least one module in one of these subjects: Accounting
  • Economics
  • Business
  • Finance
  • Management
  • Maths
  • Statistics
  • International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (UK 2:2 or 2:1 honours or recognised international equivalent), By course, Some courses need subject modules, Professional qualifications, CV, References or interview (Essex MBA, Pre-registration health courses).

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Personal Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae.

How to apply

  1. Check the course page
  2. Entry requirements and deadlines. Apply online through the postgraduate application system. Upload transcripts
  3. English language evidence and any personal statement
  4. CV or references the course asks for. Attend an interview or audition if the course requires one. Accept the offer and pay the tuition fee deposit (or show recognised sponsor funding) to receive your CAS. Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year£25,925 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£36,752 GBP

Program details

CampusColchester Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
DepartmentEconomics
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    October 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.