Overview

In the first year of the Economics (Pathway to PhD) course from The University of Exeter you will learn core economic models, econometric techniques and research methods.

In the second year you will specialise in modules covering advanced topics in the fields of econometric theory, empirical economics, microeconomic theory and macroeconomic theory. The list of topics includes auctions, computational economics, education, fiscal policy, gender, health, human development, inequality, labour supply, machine learning, networks, sexual orientation, taxation, and voting.By the end of the second year you will have acquired the tools to write an MRes dissertation. The MRes dissertation, which will be supervised by one member of our academic staff, will enable you to apply your research skills and develop an in-depth knowledge in your chosen field.

Following successful completion of your MRes you will then progress onto our three-year PhD Economics programme at University of Exeter. You will receive guidance from our internationally respected academic staff for progressing onto our PhD Economics programme.

After the programme

Recent placements of its graduating students include assistant professorships and lectureships at places like Lancaster University, University of Manchester, Warwick University and Xiamen University. Others have taken post-doctoral positions at places like FAU-Erlangen-Nuremberg and University of Innsbruck.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods

Microeconomic Theory

Macroeconomic Theory

Econometric Theory

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-11 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-16 00:00:00 , National

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Exeter, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics View 347 other Masters in Economics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

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Required

English requirements

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General requirements

A 2:1 degree with honours in Economics or related discipline. Evidence of mathematical/quantitative ability is required. Degrees in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or Statistics are also considered.

We do consider all applications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their (quantitative reasoning) GRE scores.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16100 GBP / year

≈ 16100 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

7100 GBP / year

≈ 7100 GBP / year

Living costs

Exeter

United Kingdom

649 - 1087 GBP / month

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