Overview

Are you fascinated by both economic and political processes behind public policy decision-making? Do you wish to develop a critical understanding of government processes and their results? Would you like to combine your interests in economics and politics?

Through studying Economics and Public Policy, you'll be equipped with an indispensable skillset in critical thinking, communication and argument development and analytics, which are highly sought after by employers today.

Your future

After completing your masters, you may wish to extend your knowledge with a research degree – many Essex graduates decide to stay here for further study.

Alternatively, the Economics with Public Policy programme at the University of Essex will help you develop key employability skills which will make you attractive within both public and private sector roles, including analytical awareness, critical thinking, research and communication skills.

The recent Master's level Economics graduates have gone on to work for a range of high-profile organisations like the Bank of England and the International Monetary Fund.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Policy Evaluation

The Politics of Public Policy

Lectures in Economic and Public Policy

Market Structure and Strategic Behaviour

International Money and Finance

Economic Analysis of Asset Prices

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-08 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

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We recommend that you apply as soon as you are able to as courses may occasionally close early.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

76

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Colchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics Public Policy View 213 other Masters in Public Policy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

76

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60

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2:2 degree in any discipline. Your degree must include at least one module in one of these subjects:

Accounting

Economics

Business

Finance

Management

Maths

Statistics

We will also consider applicants with any other 2:2 degree or above where there is one year's relevant work experience after graduating.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24675 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

15750 GBP / year

≈ 15750 GBP / year

Living costs

Colchester

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / 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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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

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Disciplines

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English requirements

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General requirements

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