MSc Economics

The MSc in Economics course at Lancaster University allows students to develop a strong methodological basis, critical analytical skills, and a wide range of expertise in economics. This programme has a flexible structure, which means it can be tailored to fit the particular research interests or career goals of the student, with options in several areas of economics such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometric theory and applications. Course Content: The MSc Economics starts with the foundation in the first term which covers microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics. From the second term onwards, the students get the opportunity to choose their courses from a range of modules. The students will then opt for either a traditional academic dissertation or a business project in the third term, which will allow them to apply what they have learned to a 15,000 words report based on an economic issue.Key Modules: The key modules include Microeconomic Theory, Macroeconomic Theory, Quantitative Techniques in Economics 1 and 2, Economics Dissertation, Business Economics, International Trade and FDI, Health Economics, and Economics of Financial Markets.Accreditations: The course is also accredited by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) where an MSc program is combined with their professional qualifications to help increase earnings potential and accelerate career progression.Future Careers: This course provides rigorous training in modern economics, making graduates ideal candidates for a successful career in government departments, central banks, research institutes, large multinational companies, and international organisations. It also provides a strong academic foundation for students wishing to pursue a research career in economics.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.