Highlights
Tuition fee
32600 GBP / year
32600 GBP / year
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Tuition fee
32600 GBP / year
32600 GBP / year
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Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
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Campus location
London, United Kingdom
Campus location
London, United Kingdom
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The MRes is the first year of the five-year integrated MRes/PhD programme in Economics from UCL, and it is designed to provide the foundational training necessary for progression to the MPhil/PhD stage, where students begin producing original contributions at the frontier of economic knowledge.

Overview

The Economics  programme at UCL is suitable for applicants with a strong interest in economics who wish to undertake independent research. Applicants will be assessed based on their overall qualifications. The GRE General Test is a required part of the application, except for applicants with an Economics MSc from UCL or those currently enrolled on the UCL Economics MSc programme.

Key Facts

The MRes degree is expertly designed to train and prepare you to conduct research in pursuit of a PhD degree. By joining this course, you are embarking on the first step toward a research-focused academic career, equipping yourself with the skills and knowledge to contribute to the forefront of economic thought.

A major highlight is the final research project, where you work one‑to‑one with a faculty supervisor, engage with cutting‑edge literature, and take your first steps toward independent research.

For students who continue into the research degree, the following years offer a fully immersive academic experience. You’ll deepen your expertise in your chosen field, sharpen your ability to conduct innovative research, and learn to present your findings confidently to specialist audiences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Econometrics
  • Real Analysis and Probability with Economic Applications
  • Microeconomics 
  • Macroeconomics 
  • Economics Research Project

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months
  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details
Application deadlines
  • To be confirmed.

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
OR
5
PTE Academic
76
IELTS
7

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Delivered

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Campus Location

  • London, United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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76
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General requirements

  • The programme is suitable for applicants with a strong interest in economics who wish to undertake independent research. Applicants will be assessed based on their overall qualifications. 
  • The GRE General Test is a required part of the application, except for applicants with an Economics MSc from UCL or those currently enrolled on the UCL Economics MSc programme.

Tuition Fees

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

    Non-residents
    32600 GBP / year
    ≈ 32600 GBP / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    32600 GBP / year
    ≈ 32600 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time

  • UK students: £16,300 per year
  • International: £16,300 per year

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.

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Scholarships Information

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London, United Kingdom
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UCL
London, United Kingdom
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Grant
22780 GBP
Deadline
08 Jan 2027
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London, United Kingdom
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Grant
22780 GBP
Deadline
18 Nov 2026
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London, United Kingdom
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
07 May 2027
GREAT Scholarship

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London, United Kingdom
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Various benefits
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
20250 GBP
Deadline
07 May 2027
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Various benefits
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London, United Kingdom
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
25 Jun 2027
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
20000 GBP
Deadline
08 May 2027
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1600 GBP
Deadline
30 Apr 2027
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 May 2027
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London, United Kingdom
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Grant
Various benefits
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
15000 GBP
Deadline
16 Mar 2027
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London, United Kingdom
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Grant
Various benefits
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Chevening Scholarships
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
25 Jun 2027
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
25 Jun 2027
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
25000 GBP
Deadline
25 Jun 2027
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
31 Jul 2027
EGA IfWH BAME Master's Scholarship

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London, United Kingdom
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Grant
17796 GBP
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London, United Kingdom
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London, United Kingdom
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Grant
Various benefits
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IOE - Windle Trust Scholarship
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
07 May 2027
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London, United Kingdom
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Grant
Various benefits
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London, United Kingdom
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Various benefits
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COLFUTURO (Colombia)
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
36108 GBP
Deadline
25 Jun 2027
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London, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
15000 GBP
Deadline
07 May 2027
UCL Global Masters Scholarship
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London, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
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Education USA
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
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1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
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Various benefits
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3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
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3000 GBP
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6000 USD
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30 Jan 2027
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6000 USD
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31 Jan 2027
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1500 USD
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4000 USD
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23 Jan 2027
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500 GBP
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1000 USD
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13 Jan 2027
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3000 USD
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22500 GBP
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10000 USD
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Various benefits
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31 Dec 2026
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500 GBP
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31 Jan 2027
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1000 USD
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01 Dec 2026
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1500 USD
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Various benefits
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