MSc Economics

The Economics MSc at the University of Sheffield is a course designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of modern economics. It focuses on quantitative techniques, real-world applications and policy implications, while allowing students to specialize in their areas of interest. Course Content: The course offers a mixture of core and optional modules that cover a broad range of topics in economics. The core modules aim to provide substantive training in contemporary economics, equipping students with a range of techniques and skills required for academic and professional careers in the field. The optional modules allow specialisation and deeper understanding of a diverse range of topics.Key Modules: Core modules include Advanced Macroeconomics, Advanced Microeconomics, and Econometric Theory. Optional modules encompass a wide range, such as Financial Economics, Health Economics, Industrial Organisation, International Money and Finance, Environmental and Resource Economics, and Public Economics.Accreditations: This programme is recognized for exemptions from certain professional exams from the Royal Economic Society.Future Careers: This course prepares students for a wide range of careers. They can work in industry, the financial sector, health organisations, regulatory bodies, charitable trusts, non-governmental organisations, or continue their studies to postgraduate research level.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.