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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.

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  • 2,957 institutions
  • 164 countries
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    Social Science (College of Education and Human Services)

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  5. Specialisation

    Specialization Modules in Tax Law

    ESADE 🇪🇸 Barcelona, Spain

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    Trade and Immigration

    Cato University 🇺🇸 Washington D.C, United States

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  8. Diploma

    Diploma in Medical Assisting Services

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    Economics

    Faculty of Education, Seoul National University 🇰🇷 Seoul, South Korea

  11. Bachelor

    Economics (Bachelor)

    San Diego State University 🇺🇸 San Diego, United States

  12. Master

    Economics (M.A.)

    University of New Mexico 🇺🇸 Albuquerque, United States

  13. Minor

    Economics (Minor)

    Ripon College 🇺🇸 Ripon, United States

  14. Specialisation

    Economics (Speciality)

    Volgograd State University 🇷🇺 Volgograd, Urupinsk, Michaelovka, Akhtubinsk, Kalach-on-Don, Frolovo, Volzhesky, Russia

Study Economics – facts and figures

Economics is taught at 2,957 universities and colleges in 164 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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