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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. Diploma

    Professional Diploma in Economics

    The Institute of Management Specialists (IMS) 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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  2. Other programmes

    The Rural Economy and Society (Short course)

    University of Cumbria 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  3. Bachelor

    BA (Hons) Economics Full Time All Saints Campus, Manchester

    Manchester Metropolitan University 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  4. Bachelor

    BA Economics and History

    University of Leeds 🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom

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  6. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Economics with Law

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  7. Master

    Development Economics MSc (Taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  8. Master

    Economics & Law (MA)

    University of Edinburgh 🇬🇧 Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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  9. Other programmes

    FdA Public Services (Taught at partner college)

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  10. Research

    Health Services Research Unit (Research )

    University of Aberdeen 🇬🇧 Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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  11. Master

    International Economics and Finance, MSc

    Newcastle University 🇬🇧 Newcastle, United Kingdom

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  12. Bachelor

    Philosophy, Politics and Economics BA (Hons)

    University of the Highlands and Islands, Highland Theological College 🇬🇧 Dingwall, Ross Shire, United Kingdom

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  13. Bachelor

    BSc (Hons) Economics

    University of Plymouth 🇬🇧 Plymouth, United Kingdom

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  15. Bachelor

    BSc in Mathematics with Economics (Course 2013)

    University of Sussex 🇬🇧 Brighton, United Kingdom

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  16. Foundation programme

    Economics (Foundation Year)

    Manchester Metropolitan University Business School 🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom

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  17. Undergraduate

    Economics (Undergraduate)

    Middlesex University 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

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  18. Master

    International Development (Poverty, Inequality and Development) MSc/GDip (Taught)

    University of Birmingham 🇬🇧 Birmingham, United Kingdom

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  19. Other programmes

    MMath in Mathematics with Economics (Course 2013)

    University of Sussex 🇬🇧 Brighton, United Kingdom

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  20. Master

    MSc Economics, 1 Year, Full-time, Economics

    University of Essex 🇬🇧 Colchester, United Kingdom

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  21. Other programmes

    Service and Maintenance Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Advanced Apprenticeship

    Croydon College 🇬🇧 Croydon, United Kingdom

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  22. Certificate

    Social Services (previously HNC Social Care) HNC (HNs)

    North Highland College, University of the Highlands and Islands 🇬🇧 Thurso, Caithness, 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.

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