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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
  • 163 countries
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  1. Bachelor

    BSc in Mathematics with Economics

    University of Sussex 🇬🇧 Brighton, United Kingdom

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  2. Bachelor

    Channel Islands, BA, 120, Economics (General Economics)

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

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  3. Other programmes

    Community Service Organizations (extracurricular activity)

    Alderson Broaddus College 🇺🇸 Philippi, United States

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  4. Certificate

    Dietary Service Supervisor (Certificate)

    Glendale Community College California 🇺🇸 Glendale, California, United States

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  6. Master

    Economic Theory of Enterprise (Masters Course)

    Chuo University 🇯🇵 Hachioji, Tokyo, Korakuen, Shinjuku, Japan

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  7. Other programmes

    Economics

    Tianjin Normal University 🇨🇳 Tianjin, China

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  8. Other programmes

    Economics

    Seattle Central Community College 🇺🇸 Seattle, United States

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  9. Master

    Economics (Environmental Economics) MSc (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  10. Major

    Economics (Major)

    College of William and Mary 🇺🇸 Williamsburg, United States

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  11. Other programmes

    Economics : Grad Dip

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    Economics and Politics - BA (Hons), BSc (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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    Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic Program

    College of the Siskiyous 🇺🇸 Weed, California, United States

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  15. Graduate

    Grado en Economía

    Universidad de Valladolid Segovia 🇪🇸 Segovia, Spain

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  16. Other programmes

    Health Economics

    Manukau Institute of Technology 🇳🇿 Manukau City, New Zealand

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  17. Other programmes

    Health Services (MPH - Maternal & Child Health)

    University of Washington 🇺🇸 Seattle, WA, United States

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  18. Bachelor

    History and Economics BA

    University of Reading 🇬🇧 Berkshire, United Kingdom

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  19. Other programmes

    Home Economics (3 branches) (​M.Sc.)

    Alexandria University 🇪🇬 Alexandria, Egypt

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  20. Other programmes

    Hours of Service for Commercial Carriers and Owners

    Southeast Regional College 🇨🇦 Assiniboia, Canada

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  21. Other programmes

    Human Services

    Allan Hancock College 🇺🇸 Santa Maria, California, United States

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  22. Minor

    Human Services (Social Work) (Graduate) (Minor)

    St. Norbert College 🇺🇸 De Pere, United States

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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.

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