Overview
Key facts
This Financial Economics programme at the University of Nottingham includes an introduction to the fundamentals of financial economics, which means that this masters is suitable for those who have not specialised in this area of economics before.
Our teaching is informed by the research of the Centre for Finance, Credit and Macroeconomics. This work is incorporated into the modules we offer and you will learn from experts in their field.
You will take modules in core areas such as consumer and firm behaviour, and the macroeconomic context for policymaking. You will also take a hands-on data analysis module with applications relevant to financial economics.
Careers
This course prepares you to work as an economist, supervisor or regulator in the Bank of England, the Prudential Regulation Authority, the Financial Conduct Authority, or in the private sector in banks, credit rating agencies, pension companies and insurers. The course has been designed to prepare you to work in institutions around the world.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Essentials of Financial Economics
- Monetary Theory and Practice
- Microeconomics: Consumers and Firm Behaviour
- Macroeconomics: Economic Cycles, Frictions and Policy
- Economic Data Analysis
- Economic Research Methodology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Credits
CATS
Delivered
Disciplines
Economics Finance Accounting View 524 other Masters in Economics in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 (upper second class honours degree or international equivalent) with significant economics content.
Tuition Fee
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International
34000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 34000 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
14000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14000 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Nottingham
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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