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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. Major

    Economics/Mathematics (Major) (Dornsife)

    University of Southern California 🇺🇸 Los Angeles, United States

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  2. Undergraduate

    History and Economics (Undergraduate)

    University of Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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  3. Other programmes

    HMG 101 – Introduction to Healthcare Services (Online Courses)

    St.Vincents College 🇺🇸 Bridgeport, United States

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  4. Other programmes

    Human Services

    Iowa Central Community College 🇺🇸 Fort Dodge, United States

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  6. Undergraduate

    Human Services (Undergraduate)

    Southwestern Assemblies of God University 🇺🇸 Waxahachie, United States

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  7. Minor

    International Economics (Minor)

    Portland State University 🇺🇸 Oregon, United States

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  8. Bachelor

    International Economics and Trade (Bachelor)

    North China Electric Power University 🇨🇳 Baoding, China

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  9. Master

    Master of International Service

    American University - School of International Service 🇺🇸 Washington, United States

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  10. Master

    Master of Laws in Taxation

    Golden Gate University 🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States

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  11. Other programmes

    Methods of Poverty and Inequality Analysis

    European University Saint Petersburg 🇷🇺 St. Petersburg, Russia

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  12. Bachelor

    Modern Future Trade (Bachelor)

    Anhui University of Finance and Economics 🇨🇳 Bengbu, China

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  13. Master

    MSc in Advanced Methods in Taxonomy and Biodiversity

    Imperial College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Research

    MSc International Political Economy (Research) (MPhil)

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, United Kingdom

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  16. Other programmes

    Nicaragua Service Learning Experience (Faculty-led) (Study abroad)

    Washburn University 🇺🇸 Topeka, United States

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  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D. in Economics and Public Policy (Tepper only, jointly with Heinz College)

    Carnegie Mellon University 🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, United States

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  18. Other programmes

    Programa Conjunto Economía y Matemáticas Aplicadas

    Instituto Tecnológico Autonómo de México 🇲🇽 Mexico City, Mexico

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  19. Other programmes

    Pupil Personnel Services in School Counseling (redential Program)

    San Diego State University 🇺🇸 San Diego, United States

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  20. Master

    Quantitative Economics (Masters)

    Tianjin University 🇨🇳 Tianjin, China

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  21. PhD / Doctorate

    Resource Economics (Doctoral Degree)

    University of Massachusetts Amherst 🇺🇸 Amherst, United States

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  22. Other programmes

    Rural Human Services (Occupational Endorsement)

    University of Alaska - Fairbanks 🇺🇸 Fairbanks, United States

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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.

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