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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. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Korea University 🇰🇷 Seoul, Korea, South Korea

  2. Minor

    Economics (Minor)

    University of North Florida 🇺🇸 Jacksonville, United States

  3. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (PhD)

    Tajik State University of Law, Business and Politics 🇹🇯 Khujand / г. Худжанд, Tajikistan

  4. Major

    Food and Resource Economics (Major)

    Korea University 🇰🇷 Seoul, Korea, South Korea

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  6. Other programmes

    Funeral & Allied Health Services

    Nova Scotia Community College 🇨🇦 Halifax, Canada

  7. Other programmes

    Pipe Trades

    Nova Scotia Community College 🇨🇦 Halifax, Canada

  8. Master

    Double Master of Laws & Tax Consultancy

    ESADE 🇪🇸 Barcelona, Spain

  9. Other programmes

    Economics

    University of Lyon 🇫🇷 Lyon CEDEX 07, France

  10. Other programmes

    Economics

    University of Lyon 🇫🇷 Lyon CEDEX 07, France

  11. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (PhD)

    Brown University 🇺🇸 Providence, United States

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  13. Bachelor

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

    University of Kent 🇬🇧 Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

  14. Associate

    Entry to the Uniformed Services NCFE Diploma Level 1

    Cornwall College 🇬🇧 Redruth, United Kingdom

  15. Research

    Health Services Research Unit

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

  16. Other programmes

    International Economics

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

  17. Other programmes

    Maccabi Health Services

    Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel 🇮🇱 Beer-Sheeva, Israel

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.

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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