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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. Bachelor

    Chico, BA, 120, Economics (International Economics)

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

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  2. Other programmes

    Economics & Finance

    University of North Carolina Wilmington 🇺🇸 Wilmington, United States

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  3. Master

    Economics (MPhil)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  4. Postgraduate

    Economics (Postgraduate)

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  6. Undergraduate

    Economics - entry in September 2016, September 2017 (Undergraduate)

    Oxford Brookes University 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    Economics and Finance, BSc (Econ) (Hons) (Undergraduate)

    Queen Mary University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  8. Bachelor

    Economics and Geography, BA

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  9. Other programmes

    Economy

    Radboud University 🇳🇱 Nijmegen, Netherlands

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  10. Bachelor

    Financial Economics, BSc

    Swansea University 🇬🇧 Swansea, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    Geography & Economics (MA)

    University of Edinburgh 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  12. Certificate

    Graduate Certificate in Human and Community Services (Postgraduate coursework)

    The University of Sydney 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia

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  13. Other programmes

    Human Services Stream

    Nova Scotia Community College 🇨🇦 Halifax, Canada

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  15. Other programmes

    International Political Economy

    Chonnam National University 🇰🇷 Gwangju, South Korea

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  16. Master

    International Political Economy | MA (Postgraduate)

    Leeds Beckett University 🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

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  17. Major

    International Programs & Services (Major)

    Fordham University 🇺🇸 Tarrytown, United States

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  18. Master

    International Trade Policy (Masters Course)

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

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  19. Postgraduate

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

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    MA Global Development and Political Economy of International Resources

    University of Leeds 🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

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  21. Other programmes

    Marketing of Services (MOS)

    International Management Institute 🇮🇳 New Delhi, India

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  22. Master

    Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with School Nurse Services Credential (SNSC)

    Azusa Pacific University 🇺🇸 Azusa, California, 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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