
Overview
Gain exposure to up-to-date techniques and knowledge relevant to policy analysis in social and other public policy areas, and to public sector administration and financial management.
If you already work in the public sector, the NHS or for an international agency, this course will help you upgrade your existing skills.
If you have completed a degree in economics, this Economics and Public Policy course from University of York will allow you to build your knowledge and expertise in more specialised areas, such as health economics, social policy analysis and public finance.
Careers and skills
This Economics and Public Policy course from University of York will open up a broad range of career options in government, the public sector, health or public administration. It is an ideal basis for progression to a PhD.
Career opportunities
You'll gain the skills that will allow you to work in a variety of organisations. These include:
- Health or public administration
- Universities
- Research and policy centres
- Consultancy firms
- International organisations.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Applied Microeconomics
- Public Policy Analysis
- Econometrics
- Statistics and Econometrics or Econometric Methods for Research
- Econometrics
- Applied Microeconometrics
- Public Finance
- Public Sector Economics
- Advanced Macroeconomics
- Applied Microeconometrics
- Design and Analysis of Mechanisms and Institutions
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Applications can be submitted year-round, but we recommend you apply as early as possible as entry to many courses is competitive.
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 or equivalent in Economics, Finance or a related discipline, with evidence on your degree transcript of strong grades in economics, mathematics and statistics modules at an intermediate (2nd year) level.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
18700 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18700 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
8440 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8440 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for York
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.