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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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    Economics (Part time)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  2. Undergraduate

    Economics (Undergraduate)

    Soochow University 🇨🇳 Suzhou Industrial Park, China

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  3. Undergraduate

    Economics (Undergraduate)

    Christopher Newport University 🇺🇸 Newport News, United States

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  4. Other programmes

    Economics [Modular Programme]

    University of Ulster 🇮🇪 Coleraine, Ireland

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  6. Bachelor

    Economics BSc(Hons) single honours

    Kingston University 🇦🇪 Surrey, United Arab Emirates

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  7. Master

    Economics MSc (Postgraduate taught degrees)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    Economics with Econometrics - BA (Hons), BSc (Hons)

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  9. Bachelor

    Economics with French BA (Undergraduate)

    University of Nottingham 🇬🇧 Nottingham, United Kingdom

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  10. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics,Binghamton University, Doctorate, Ph.D.

    State University of New York (SUNY) 🇺🇸 Albany,New York, United States

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  11. Other programmes

    Emergency Medical Services

    Clark College 🇺🇸 Vancouver, WA, United States

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  12. Master

    Financial Economics, Birkbeck, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  13. Major

    Global Economy (Undergraduate major)

    Soka University 🇯🇵 Hachioji, Japan

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  15. Postgraduate

    Health Economics (Postgraduate) (Taught Programme)

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  16. Other programmes

    Health Services Credential: School Nurse Services

    California State University, Los Angeles 🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States

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  17. Other programmes

    Information Technology and Services (EHEA Degree)

    Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona 🇪🇸 Bellaterra, Cerdanyola del Vall, Spain

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  18. Other programmes

    International Economics

    Loyola Institute of Business Adminstration 🇮🇳 Chennai, India

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  19. Master

    International Trade and Policy (Masters Course)

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

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  20. Major

    Labor Economics (Undergraduate major)

    Soka University 🇯🇵 Hachioji, Japan

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  21. Postgraduate

    Land Economy (Rural Surveying, RICS accredited) (Postgraduate) (Taught Programme)

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    Language and International Trade, B.A.

    Clemson University 🇺🇸 Clemson, 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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