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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.

  • 11,696 programmes
  • 2,957 institutions
  • 163 countries
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  1. Associate

    Human Services (Associate)

    Bermuda College 🇧🇲 Paget, Bermuda

  2. Bachelor

    Economics (Bachelor)

    University Agostinho Neto 🇦🇴 Luanda, Angola

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  4. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics Ph.D.

    Washington University in St. Louis 🇺🇸 St Louis, United States

  5. Other programmes

    Advanced Course Economic Intelligence

    Francisco de Vitoria University 🇪🇸 Pozuelo de Alarcón, Spain

  6. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Education - Home Economics

    University of Guyana 🇬🇾 Georgetown, Corentyne, Berbice, Guyana

  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics, MA, PhD

    University of Victoria (Uvic) 🇨🇦 Victoria, Canada

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  9. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Arts in Economics (Entry into year 1) EKE Private 3 years

    Kyambogo University 🇺🇬 Kyambogo, 8km from Kampala City Centre, Uganda

  10. Diploma

    Diplomado en Economía para Profesionales

    Interamerican University 🇩🇴 Gazcue, Dominican Republic

  11. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Economics

    Kabarak University 🇰🇪 Kabarak, Nakuru, Nairobi, Kenya

  12. Bachelor

    B.A. Law with minor in Economics

    Tecnológico de Monterrey 🇲🇽 Monterrey, Mexico

  13. Bachelor

    BS Economics (Morning)

    Islamia University Bahawalpur 🇵🇰 Bahawalpur, Pakistan

  14. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Abo Akademy University 🇫🇮 Abo, Finland

  15. Diploma

    Diploma in Fisheries Enabled Services

    University of Technology, Mauritius 🇲🇺 Pointes-aux-Sables, Mauritius

Study Economics – facts and figures

Economics is taught at 2,957 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 11,696 Economics programmes at 2,957 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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