MSc Economics and Public Policy

The Economics and Public Policy MSc at the University of Sheffield is a research-focused course that provides students with a firm grip on contemporary issues in economics and puts an emphasis on policy implications. The course is designed for individuals interested in a career in the public sector, policy advisory roles, teaching economics at university level, or further multinational research.Course Content: The intensive course covers broad-ranging subjects. Students learn to design and implement policy in business and public sector settings, providing proficiency in microeconomic analysis and modules that impart statistical and econometric understanding. Students further develop skills in evaluating policy interventions by government and business, appreciating the insights from both economics and other social sciences.Key Modules: Key modules entail Microeconomic Analysis, Public Policy Evaluation, Development Finance, Health Economics, Environmental Policy, International Trade, Public Services, and Public Policy Economics.Accreditations: The course is recognized by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) as part of the White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership.Future Careers: Graduates can embark on a rewarding career path in a variety of fields. Potential careers include roles in the public sector, policy advisory roles, teaching economics at university level, or pursuing further multinational research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.