Overview

By the time you complete this course you will be able to confidently demonstrate how modern economic theory applies to development economics.

In this Development Economics programme from City, University of London you will benefit from a global perspective, an analytical& sensibility and a keen understanding of new research in fields such as behavioural and experimental economics, macroeconomics, and regulation and competition.

When seeking work, you will be confident in your new competencies. These will include the ability to develop microeconomic models and undertake empirical investigations employing quantitative methods.

Career

A range of employment opportunities are open to you when you graduate. You could seek work in the public or the private sector, focusing on consultancy or economic analysis.

Areas and organisations you could consider:

consulting firms specialising in development

governmental bodies such as the Department for International Development (DFID)

major international, financial and development institutions such as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund or the United Nations

the Overseas Development Institute (ODI), which regularly recruits MSc students for overseas postings.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Development Economics

The Economics of MicroFinance

Microeconomic Theory

Econometrics

Economics Research Project
Economics

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00

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Language

English

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics International Development View 346 other Masters in Economics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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

Other requirements

General requirements

You should have some mathematical background (A-level, IB, AP or any other equivalent secondary school qualification) and an upper second-class undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in one of the following:

Economics or a related discipline (e.g. finance)

Business, Management, Politics, Law, Accounting, Psychology, Quantitative Sociology or Financial Journalism

A quantitative discipline, such as Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or a Natural Science

Students with a good lower second-class degree in one of the above disciplines may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

You must also meet the English language requirement for the programme.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20500 GBP / year

≈ 20500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

11930 GBP / year

≈ 11930 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time per year

UK: £5,970

Overseas/EU: £10,250

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 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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