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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

    Bachelor of Education In-Service

    University of Goroka (UOG) 🇵🇬 Goroka, Papua New Guinea

  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D Economics (3 years)

    Covenant University 🇳🇬 Ota, Ogun State,Nigeria, Nigeria

  3. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (Ph.D. )

    Fordham University 🇺🇸 Tarrytown, United States

  4. Master

    M.Phil. (Home Economics)

    University of Cape Coast 🇬🇭 Cape Coast, Ghana

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  6. Certificate

    Certificate in Social Services

    Portmore Community College 🇯🇲 Old Habour ·, Jamaica

  7. Master

    Economics (Master)

    Kuwait University 🇰🇼 Safat, Kuwait

  8. Bachelor

    BCom Transport Economics R14 520 (Bachelor)

    North-West University 🇿🇦 Potchefstroom, South Africa

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  10. Diploma

    Trade Diploma in Quantity Surveying

    Fiji National University 🇫🇯 Nasinu, Samabula, Koronivia, Nausori, Suva, Nasinu, Fiji

  11. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Economics (B. Econ)

    University of Fort Hare (UFH) 🇿🇦 Alice, South Africa

  12. PhD / Doctorate

    economics (PhD)

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

  13. Master

    MPhil in Taxation

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

  14. Bachelor

    B.Sc. Ed. Economics

    Benue State University 🇳🇬 Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria., Nigeria

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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