Overview

The Advanced Diploma in Economics programme at University of Cambridge sets out to give a thorough grounding in the essentials of modern economics, with a strong emphasis on practical applications.

It is intended primarily as a conversion course: individuals already trained in another discipline should acquire the same basic skills, over the course of a single academic year, as would normally be gained by those studying for a three-year degree in economics.

As such it serves as a free-standing course for those who wish to have an overview of the subject as well as providing a suitable foundation for students who wish to apply for the Faculty's MPhil in Economics, MPhil in Economic Research, MPhil in Finance and Economics or MPhil in Economics and Data Science degrees.

Since modern economics makes frequent use of formal (mathematical and statistical) analysis, a good mathematical background is essential for applicants to the Diploma programme.

Key facts:

On completion of the Advanced Diploma, students should have acquired an understanding of the core principles and techniques of analysis in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics and be equipped to proceed to a master's degree in economics.

Programme Structure

Teaching for the Diploma consists of weekly lectures and classes in each of the three core subjects: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics.
Students are also required to attend lectures provided in the second year of the undergraduate course and are encouraged to attend other lectures in areas in which they have a particular interest.
The Diploma has a five-day preparatory course which aims to introduce students to the fundamentals of the three core subjects.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-02 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

110

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IELTS

7.5

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On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

Applicants from UK universities: an undergraduate degree with a minimum of a high 2.1 (average grade over 68%).
Applicants from North American institutions: an undergraduate degree with a GPA of at least 3.6 out of 4 or its equivalent.
Applicants from other educational systems would be expected to place within the top 10% of their undergraduate degree cohort (or international equivalent).
Applicants whose previous university training has been in countries outside the UK or part of the University of London International Programme MUST submit the results of a recent GRE test. Please note that failure to upload a GRE Test (if required) will result in the automatic withdrawal of the application.

Tuition Fees

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39042 GBP / year

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23412 GBP / year

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Cambridge

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846 - 1465 GBP / month

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