
Overview
The Development Economics and International Co-operation (MESCI) program at Tor Vergata University of Rome is taught in English and provides a solid grounding in the most recent economic theory in micro- and macroeconomics, as well as in econometrics and statistics.
Program highlights
This intensive Master aims to equip students with an in-depth understanding of economic development issues, as well as with analytical skills and methods for applied research on poverty, inequality, migration, labour, credit, gender, environmental and trade issues.
Courses are grounded in the current challenges the world is facing in the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals and students are provided with opportunities to learn and interact with staff from United Nations specialized agencies headquartered in Rome (FAO, IFAD and WFP), where many past have subsequently gone on to do internships and to find employment.
MESCI is targeted to students and young professionals pursuing, or intending to embark on careers in international organizations, public and private companies engaged in international activities and non-governmental organizations.
Since its inception, this programme has enjoyed international recognition and attracts students worldwide.
Programme Structure
Modules include:- Quantitative Methods
- Economics principles
- Growth, credit, welfare, poverty and inequality
- Project and programme implementation and evaluation
- Education, labour and gender issues for developing countries
- Environmental Economics, sustainable development and governance
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Economics International Relations International Development View 42 other Masters in International Relations in ItalyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Italian university degree or an equivalent degree from a foreign university (at least 4 years of university studies). The administrative board of the course will assess the value of foreign degrees
- A strong interest in studying development economics and international cooperation issues
- A good knowledge of English (which can be confirmed by a written certificate)
Tuition Fee
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International
5900 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5900 EUR per year during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
5900 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5900 EUR per year during 12 months.
Tuition fee in the amount of 5.900,00€ is to be paid in 2 installments:
- 3.146,00€ (including revenue stamp of 16.00€ and 130€ of A3 size final certificate) at registration upon acceptance into the Programme
- the remaining 2.900,00€ by December 1st
Living costs for Roma
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.