Overview
Course description
In the Economics with Public Policy programme at the University of Essex, you’ll build an in-depth understanding of the key areas of economics and all aspects of public policy through studying topics such as: the foundations of public policy, microeconomics and econometrics methods and evaluating public policy. You’ll also have the option to explore topics in public policy related to core economics issues, such as policy surrounding financial markets.
Through studying MA 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.
You will work with experts from within our Department of Economics, top 5 in the UK for research with over 90% rated as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF 2014). In addition to our Department of Government, one of the most prestigious in Europe, with an outstanding record of teaching, research and publication. We are rated top in the UK for research (REF 2014), and have consistently been the highest-rated politics department in the country since national assessments began.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Microeconomics
- Econometrics
- Public Policy Evaluation
- Public Policy
- The Politics of Public Policy
- Lectures in Economic and Public Policy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Economics Public Policy View 347 other Masters in Public Policy in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2.2 Degree in any discipline with some evidence of quantitative ability.
Tuition Fee
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International
20350 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20350 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
13030 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13030 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Colchester
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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