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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. Research

    Economics (Postgraduate) (Research )

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  2. Scholarship

    CPD for teachers (dustry News and events Innovation network First step awards - funding to work with us Ways to work with us Technology Facilities and services Looking for expertise? Company formation and incubation Success stories Continuing professional development Cours)

    University of Glasgow 🇬🇧 Glasgow, United Kingdom

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  3. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics PhD / MPhil

    City University London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  4. Diploma

    (City & Guilds) BS4165B1, Woodtrades - Bench Joinery Diploma, Level 2 (Day release)

    South Cheshire College 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  6. Diploma

    Economics (Graduate Diploma)

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

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  7. Foundation programme

    Building Services and Sustainability - Bedford College (Foundation degree)

    University of Luton 🇬🇧 Luton Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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  8. Master

    Economics of International Trade and European Integration (EITEI) MA

    Staffordshire University 🇬🇧 Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

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  9. Master

    L1U1 MSc Economics

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  10. Master

    L1I1 MSc Economics and Philosophy

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    L8U3 MSc Real Estate Economics and Finance

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  12. Research

    Economics (PhD) (Research)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  13. Foundation programme

    Working with Young People and Young People's Services, Foundation Degree

    Canterbury Christ Church University 🇬🇧 Kent , Canterbury, United Kingdom

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  15. Master

    L1U2 MSc Economics (two year programme)

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  16. Research

    Economics and Finance (PhD Research)

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, United Kingdom

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  17. Bachelor

    BA (Hons) Finance and Economics

    Bournemouth University 🇬🇧 Poole Dorset, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    Building Services, MSc

    University of Central Lancashire 🇬🇧 Preston, United Kingdom

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  19. Research

    Economics (PhD) (Research Degree)

    University of Warwick 🇬🇧 Coventry, United Kingdom

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  20. PhD / Doctorate

    L1U4 MRes/PhD Economics - Track 1

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  21. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (PhD)

    University of Sheffield 🇬🇧 Sheffield, United Kingdom

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  22. Master

    Building Services Engineering MSc (Masters)

    Brunel University 🇬🇧 Middlesex, 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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