Overview

How can we understand the economic and ecological forces? What can we do to improve outcomes? In the Economics of Energy, Climate Change, and Sustainability Program from Barcelona School of Economics , you will learn about the rapidly changing energy sector, and how economic theory and data tools can be used to understand their functioning.

Key Features

Students who are passionate about the rapidly changing energy sector. Here’s why it is perfect for you:

You studied Economics or Business and have a strong interest in energy and sustainability economics.
You want to build your knowledge of economics in energy markets and their regulation.
You are a researcher looking to learn more about recent economic tools.
You are an aspiring PhD student looking for a rigorous Master’s in energy economics.

Accreditation

All Barcelona School of Economics Master degrees have been recognized by the Catalan and Spanish Education authorities and within the framework of the Bologna Process (in Spanish, “Master Universitario o Master Oficial”).

The Barcelona School of Economics has been distinguished as a Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence in every edition of the program (2012-2015; 2016-2019; 2020-24; 2025-28).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Quantitative and Statistical Methods
Microeconomics (Markets, Strategies and Information)

Empirical Methods for the Analysis of the Energy Transition
Macroeconomics Under Climate Change

Sustainable Finance
Competition and Regulation in Energy Markets

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-02 00:00:00

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The application period for next year for the Master's programs is now open. Application deadline for the next intake: July 2.

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Barcelona, Spain

Disciplines

Climate Studies & Meteorology Sustainable Development Environmental Economics & Policy 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

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120

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90

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6.5

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General requirements

An undergraduate/bachelor/grado/laurea, or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university (for Bologna degrees, a minimum of 180 ECTS are required).
University diploma in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Business Administration. Students with academic backgrounds in other subjects will be considered.

An advanced level of English language skills: TOEFL score of 90 or above; IELTS Academic Test score of 6.5 or above.
The GRE General Test highly recommended, but optional.

Candidates will also be evaluated on the following admission criteria:

Outstanding academic record

Quantitative skills

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18000 EUR / full

≈ 18000 EUR / full
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EU/EEA Nationals

18000 EUR / full

≈ 18000 EUR / full

Living costs

Barcelona

Spain

770 - 1360 EUR / month

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

Funding

Types of financial aid that may be offered to students include:

Waivers covering 25%, 50%, 75% or 100% of tuition fees
A limited number of fully-funded scholarships (100% of fees and some additional stipend, depending on the scholarship)

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