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Economics analyses how societies use scarce resources – markets, prices, growth, trade, public finance and policy. Programmes combine theory with quantitative methods and lead to careers in business, finance, government and research.

  • 11,695 programmes
  • 2,956 institutions
  • 163 countries
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  1. Master

    Law and Economics (Masters)

    University Torcuato Di Tella 🇦🇷 Buenos Aires, Argentina

  2. Master

    MA in Law and Economy

    University of Buenos Aires 🇦🇷 Buenos Aires, Argentina

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  4. Teacher training

    Teacher Librarian Services Credential (online) (Online Degree)

    Azusa Pacific University 🇺🇸 Azusa, California, United States

  5. Other programmes

    国际经济学

    South-Central University for Nationalities 🇨🇳 Chungli, China

  6. Bachelor

    BCom Honours: Public Economics and Development

    University of Johannesburg 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

  7. Other programmes

    Bespoke Services (Study Abroad)

    Arts University Bournemouth 🇬🇧 Wallisdown, United Kingdom

  8. Certificate

    Certificate in Carpentry Pre-Trade

    Southern Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Invercargill, New Zealand

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  10. Other programmes

    Economics (courses)

    Capilano University 🇨🇦 North Vancouve, Canada

  11. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (PhD)

    Minoufiya University 🇪🇬 Shebin Al-Kom, Menoufia, Egypt

  12. Undergraduate

    Economics and Finance (Undergraduate)

    Akdeniz University 🇹🇷 Antalya, Burdur, Turkey

  13. Other programmes

    Economy

    University S. Pio V 🇮🇹 Roma, Italy

  14. Graduate

    Economy (Graduate)

    Kazakh Agrotechnical University named after S.Sejfullina 🇰🇿 Astana / г.Астана, Kazakhstan

Study Economics – facts and figures

Economics is taught at 2,956 universities and colleges in 163 countries – including 2,554 Bachelor, 2,391 Master and 664 PhD programmes. Most programmes are offered in United States (3,521), United Kingdom (1,310) and China (629). Institutions with the widest choice: The California State University, University of London and National Research University Higher School of Economics.

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Degrees in Economics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Economics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Economics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Economics programmes?

The directory lists 11,695 Economics programmes at 2,956 institutions worldwide. The largest choice is in United States, United Kingdom and China.

How long does it take to study Economics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Economics programmes worldwide?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are The California State University, University of London, National Research University Higher School of Economics, Chuo University and Australian National University.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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