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Contemporary Economic Perspectives

Birkbeck, University of London
London, England
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1 yearDuration
£22,980Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Birkbeck, University of London, the MA Contemporary Economic Perspectives provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. This MA Contemporary Economic Perspectives is an innovative course designed for those who want to gain a deep understanding of economic principles, without the conventional, strong focus on mathematics. Why choose this course? - It is ideal if you are a professional in journalism, politics, business or the social sciences eager to gain practical knowledge that can be applied in real-world settings. - You will be taught by expert academic economists with extensive experience of explaining economic reasoning to a non-technical audience. International tuition fees are £22,980 per year, home/UK fees are £14,880 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £33,500 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Contemporary Macroeconomic Policy
Financial Markets and Regulation
Global Economic Challenges
Economic Data Analysis and Interpretation
Political Economy and Governance
Research Methods in Economics
Economic Perspectives on Industry Issues
Dissertation in Contemporary Economics
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry Requirements Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Entry Requirements Normally, a second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree in any subject. We welcome applicants without traditional entry qualifications as we base decisions on our own

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£22,980

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£22,980

Home Student Fee

£14,880

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Birkbeck, University of London

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,500£30,000£43,000
3 years£16,500£23,000£31,000
5 years£24,000£31,500£39,500
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
5%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
65%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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