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The programme offers you a theoretical framework and an in-depth training in economic theory, econometrics and applied economics which allows you to provide well-grounded answers to socio-economic questions. You should have an interest in the dynamics of economy and society, the ability to analyse, synthesise and interpret information.

Career opportunities

As a graduate of MSc in Economics , you will be qualified for employment in a variety of contexts and positions, including government research centres, professional associations, large enterprises, international organisations, government departments, public institutions, international organisations, financial services, companies and social organisations. This expertise and flexibility qualifies you for employment in a variety of fields such as policy development, problem solution and implementation, external communication, journalism, and public relations.

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Programme Structure

Core courses (18 ECTS)

Macroeconomics or Advanced Macroeconomics I
Microeconomics or Advanced Microeconomics I
Econometric Methods and Models or Advanced Econometrics

Master's thesis (18 ECTS)

Electives (24 ECTS)

Economics fields

Economics Aspects of European Integration / Environmental and Transportation Economics / Global Value Chains / Incentives and Behavior / Network Industries and the Digital Economy / Macro-Finance / Economics of Financial Intermediation / Health Economics / Welfare and Public Economics / Inequality and Poverty / Development Economics / Industrial Economics

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Projects and summer schools

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leuven, Belgium

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

9493 EUR / year

≈ 9493 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

1181 EUR / year

≈ 1181 EUR / year

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Living costs

Leuven

Belgium

810 - 1280 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

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Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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