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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. Certificate

    Introduction to Economic Principles (Certificate)

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

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  2. Master

    MSc in International Economics (Postgraduate taught degrees (2013 entry))

    University of Sussex 🇬🇧 Brighton, United Kingdom

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  3. Other programmes

    Public Services

    Wigan and Leigh College 🇬🇧 Wigan, United Kingdom

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  4. Certificate

    Public Services EDEXCEL BTEC Certificate Level 1

    Cornwall College 🇬🇧 Redruth, United Kingdom

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  6. Other programmes

    Public Services, HND

    Teesside University 🇬🇧 Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

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  7. Bachelor

    Economics (BA (Hons))

    University of Northampton 🇬🇧 Northampton, United Kingdom

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  8. Master

    Economics (MPhil)

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  9. Associate

    Hospitality Services CG NVQ Diploma Level 2

    Cornwall College 🇬🇧 Redruth, United Kingdom

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  10. Diploma

    NVQ Level 1 Multi-Skilled Hospitality Services Incorporating Food Preparation and Food and Drink Service

    Croydon College 🇬🇧 Croydon, United Kingdom

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  11. Other programmes

    Public Services

    University of Glamorgan 🇬🇧 Pontypridd, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Financial Economics

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  13. Postgraduate

    Economics (Postgraduate)

    University of Cambridge 🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom

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  15. Other programmes

    Economics and Finance (3 Years) [BAEcon] (2014 entry)

    University of Manchester 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  16. Diploma

    Economics, Graduate Diploma in - entry in September 2015

    Oxford Brookes University 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  17. Master

    Mathematics with Economics, MSci, 4 years

    University College London 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Other programmes

    MEcon Economics | L101 | 4 years

    University of Southampton 🇬🇧 Southampton, United Kingdom

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  19. Undergraduate

    Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (Undergraduate)

    University of Oxford, Oriel College 🇬🇧 Oxford, United Kingdom

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  20. Bachelor

    Economics (Joint Honours) (BA/BSc (Hons))

    University of Northampton 🇬🇧 Northampton, United Kingdom

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  21. Bachelor

    Economics : BSc Hons

    Lancaster University 🇬🇧 Lancaster, United Kingdom

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  22. Research

    Economics PhD (Postgraduate research opportunity)

    University of Nottingham 🇬🇧 Nottingham, 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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