Overview
The MSc programme in Experimental Economics at Durham University consists of a set of core and elective modules, culminating in a practice-based business project or a research-based dissertation.
You will then choose two elective modules. The list of modules may vary from year to year, but in previous years has included: Development Economics; Econometrics II; Environmental Economics and Policy; Industrial Organisation; International Economics; International Finance; Market Microstructure; Microeconometrics; Money and Banking; Natural Resource Management; Public Choice; Public Economics.
Dissertation
In the third term, you will carry out an original research project. This may be an independent piece of work or, alternatively, you may decide to develop a more applied project with an appropriate organisation.
Supervised by a faculty member with relevant experience, you’ll investigate in greater detail a subject that you’ve already studied as part of your programme. This is an opportunity for you to develop your business insight and present your analysis and ideas in a scholarly and professional manner.
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Programme Structure
Modules include:
- Advanced Macroeconomics
- Advanced Microeconomics
- Behavioural Finance and Economics
- Experimental Economics and Finance
- Econometrics
- Econometric Methods and Microeconometrics
- Econometric Methods and Financial Modelling and Business Forecasting
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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Credits
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Disciplines
Economics Finance Environmental Economics & Policy View 753 other Masters in Finance in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- The equivalent of a UK first or upper second class honours degree.
- Official transcript of marks
- Copy of degree certificate (if available)
- Copy of English test results (if available).
Tuition Fee
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International
23000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23000 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
11700 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11700 GBP per year during 12 months.
- EU Student: £23,000. per year
- Home Student: £11,700.00 per year
- Island Student: £11,700.00 per year
- International non-EU Student: £23,000 per year
Living costs for Durham
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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