Course Structure
The MSc in Economics can be completed full-time over one year or part-time over two years. The course begins with a two-week preliminary training in mathematics and statistics in early September and concludes the following July for full-time students (or August of Year 2 for part-time students).
Overview
- Full-time duration: 10 months
- Part-time duration: 2 years
- Total credits: 90 ECTS (Taught modules: 60 ECTS and Dissertation: 30 ECTS)
- Two strands available: (General Economics and International Development)
Both strands follow the same structure and timeline and lead to an MSc (Econ) qualification. Attendance at the preliminary mathematics and statistics course is compulsory for all students.
Programme Components
The course is structured around five components:
1. Preliminary Training (September)
All students begin with a two-week intensive course in mathematics and statistics at the start of Michaelmas Term. This is mandatory for both full-time and part-time students.
2. Michaelmas Term (Autumn)
The term is split into two five-week teaching blocks, with a study week in between.
Core module:
- Econometrics I (runs throughout the term)
Module load:
- Full-time students: Two additional modules per block
- Part-time students (Year 1): One additional module per block
Assessment includes a combination of continuous assessment (e.g. essays, problem sets) and exams held in early December.
3. Hilary Term (Spring)
Research Methods:
- Full-time students complete an intensive two-week module at the start of term.
- Part-time students complete this in Year 2.
Research Seminar:
- Weekly attendance required (Tuesdays, 12:30–2:00 PM)
- Part-time students attend in Year 2
4. Hilary Term Teaching Blocks
Structured similarly to Michaelmas Term, with:
Core module:
- Econometrics II (compulsory for all students)
Module load:
- Full-time students: Two additional modules per block
- Part-time students (Year 1): One additional module per block
5. Dissertation
All students complete an independent research project.
Proposal submission:
- End of Hilary Term (Year 2 for part-time students)
Submission deadlines:
- Full-time students: June 30th
- Part-time students: August 31st
Dissertations that do not meet the required standard may be returned for minor corrections and must be revised and resubmitted.