Overview

Learning outcomes

The QEM - Models and Methods of Quantitative Economics course at Autonomous University of Barcelona of this master program in economics offers a rigorous education in fundamental quantitative tools by combining core economic theory with related quantitative disciplines such as Probability, Statistics, Econometrics, Finance, Actuarial Science, Mathematical Modelling, Computation and Simulation, Experimental Design, and Political Science. The breadth of courses offers students the opportunity to specialize in one of these many areas in accordance with their interests along with a number of course tracks. These being areas that are increasingly vital in both research orientation for further studies and in the job market for positions in government organizations, private companies, or financial institutions.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Microeconomics

Macroeconomics

Probability and Statistics

Foreign Language Course in French, German, Italian or Spanish

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Barcelona, Spain

Disciplines

Economics Environmental Economics & Policy Statistics View 12 other Masters in Environmental Economics & Policy in Spain

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The selection of candidates is based on common admission criteria that rely on academic excellence. They must have a recognized Bachelor in Economics or an equivalent degree (three years, 180 credits) in line with national legislation. In any case, a basic training in quantitative methods is required. The applicants must have performed well above average during their undergraduate studies, have good knowledge of English certified by a TOEFL or IELTS by a score of 213 (TOEFL, computer-based) or 6.0 (IELTS).
Academic assessment is done by experts from the field, on defined criteria and under exclusion of any conflict of interests. The Committee will classify candidates pursuant to the following criteria, chosen to select the best-suited candidates: academic record, relevant academic background in quantitative methods, motivation of the candidate, recommendations, work experience, internships, research paper, and social competence.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

9000 EUR / year

≈ 9000 EUR / year
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Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

6000 EUR / year

≈ 6000 EUR / year

Living costs

Barcelona

Spain

770 - 1360 EUR / month

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Funding

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