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Applied Economics, M.Sc.

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  • 12 months
    Duration
University rank #11 (QS) ,
 The MSc (Applied Economics) programme aims to provide rigorous post-graduate training in Applied Economics that would be useful in both the private and public sectors, and in all facets of economic research activities. Our curriculum is unique for its focus on producing quantitative-oriented researchers and analysts with strong theoretical insights.

About

 Specifically, this NTU programme specializes in equipping students with the necessary skills to excel in economic policy analysis by utilizing techniques such as econometrics, financial applied econometrics, cost-benefit analysis, project evaluation, and financial modelling, etc. Such skills are very useful for economic analysis of social policy, investment and portfolio management. Employment opportunities for graduates with these skills include public service, investment banks, broking houses and consultancies.​

Accreditation

Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is the fastest-rising Asian university in the world's top 50. NTU provides a high-quality global education to about 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students. The student body includes top scholars and international olympiad medallists from the region and beyond. Hailing from more than 70 countries, the university's 3,800-strong teaching and research staff bring dynamic international perspectives and years of solid industry experience.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Advanced Microeconomic Theory
  • Advanced Macroeconomic Theory
  • Applied Econometrics
  • Macroeconometric Modeling and Forecasting
  • Financial Econometrics
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Economics of Financial Analysis
  • Seminar Course on the Singapore Economy
  • Money and Banking
  • Public Sector Economics
  • Cost Benefit Analysis and Project Evaluation
  • Asian Economic Development and Asian Economic Integration
  • International Economic Policy
  • Behavioural Economics for Policy Analysis
  • Industrial Organisation
  • Labour Economics and Industrial Relations
  • Economic Growth and Development

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity

    You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.

    Full-time
    • Full-time duration 12 months
    Part-time
    • Intensity Flexible
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

English Language Requirements

You only need to take one of these language tests:

  • Minimum required score:

    85

    The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120. Read more about TOEFL iBT ®.

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  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

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Academic Requirements

General Requirements

Candidates should have a good honours degree in economics.

 Candidates who do not have a degree in Economics will be considered provided they have a good honours degree in other disciplines and a strong quantitative background. However, such candidates will be required to read a preparatory course in Economics and mathematics at the start of the programme. The fee for each preparatory is Singapore $100. In the admission letter, the candidate will be informed whether the preparatory course is required.

Tuition Fee

  • International

    17462 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 17462 USD per year and a duration of 12 months.

  • National

    14668 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 14668 USD per year and a duration of 12 months.
We've labeled the tuition fee that applies to you because we think you are from and prefer over other currencies.
  • National: S$21,000
  • International: S$25,000

Living costs for Singapore

  • 1878 - 3880 SGD/month
    Living Costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

All scholarships are for full-time studies. NTU has the following scholarships available for International Applicants under Master’s Degree by Coursework Programmes:

  • APEC Scholarship
  • ASEAN Graduate Scholarship
  • Nanyang Fellows Scholarship
  • NTU-MBA Scholarship

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