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Study Economics in the United Kingdom

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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  1. Master

    Economic Development in Emerging Markets MSc (Taught course)

    University of Reading 🇬🇧 Berkshire, United Kingdom

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  2. Foundation programme

    Economics (Undergraduate) (Foundation)

    University of Hertfordshire 🇬🇧 Hatfield, United Kingdom

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  3. Master

    Health Economics Stream (Masters)

    London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine 🇬🇧 Bloomsbury, London , UK, United Kingdom

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  4. Certificate

    HNC/D Legal Services (Full Time)

    City of Glasgow College 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  6. Master

    MBA in Financial Services

    Manchester Metropolitan University Business School 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    BSc, Economics with Study in Continental Europe (L101)

    University of Bristol 🇬🇧 Bristol, United Kingdom

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  8. Diploma

    Diploma in Economics

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    Public Sector Economics MSc

    University of Leicester 🇬🇧 Leicester, United Kingdom

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  10. Teacher training

    Public Services with Outdoor Education

    Bridgwater College 🇬🇧 Bridgwater, United Kingdom

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  11. Bachelor

    BA Economics and Politics

    University of Exeter 🇬🇧 Devon, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    Economics - BSc (L101)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  13. Master

    Economics of Education MSc

    Institute of Education, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    Economics of Education, Institute of Education, Master's Degree

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  16. Bachelor

    Financial Economics BA (Hons) degree, 3 years full-time, 4 years sandwich or study abroad, Code:L111

    Coventry University 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  17. Other programmes

    History and Economics

    St Hildas College, University of Oxford 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  18. Bachelor

    Public Services Final Year Top-up, BA(Hons)

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  19. Other programmes

    Glazing, Plumbing and Finishing Trades

    Edinburgh’s Telford College 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  20. Other programmes

    Politics and Economics (Study abroad)

    Goldsmiths College, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  21. Other programmes

    Public Service, FdA

    Anglia Ruskin University 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  22. Bachelor

    BSc Economics and Finance

    University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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Study Economics in the United Kingdom – facts and figures

In the United Kingdom, 188 universities and colleges offer 1,310 Economics programmes: 379 Bachelor, 314 Master and 36 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are London, Birmingham, Manchester and Colchester. Institutions with the widest choice: University of London, University of Essex and Cornwall College.

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 1,310 Economics programmes at 188 institutions in the United Kingdom. Popular cities include London, Birmingham and Manchester.

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 in the United Kingdom?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of London, University of Essex, Cornwall College, University of Birmingham and University of Manchester.

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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