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PostgraduateMA

Economic Policy

SOAS University of London
Camden, England
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1 yearDuration
£12,965Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA Economic Policy at SOAS University of London is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Camden, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The programme offers training in the understanding and critical evaluation of economic policy issues, design and solutions, their foundation in the evolution of economic theory and methods, as well as critical discussion of the application of policy design to real-world problems without requiring a first degree in Economics for enrolment. It offers distinct core modules that enables students to engage with debates in Economic theory and policy in advanced as well as developing regions. It also provides a programme structure that develop qualitative and quantitative research capabilities. International tuition fees are £12,965 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £35,000 within three years, and a 96% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Microeconomic Theory and Policy
Macroeconomic Theory and Policy
Research Methods in Economics
Quantitative Analysis for Economic Policy
International Economic Policy
Development Economics and Policy
Economic Policy in Emerging Markets
Dissertation in Economic Policy
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£12,965

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£12,965

Home Student Fee

£12,965

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 — SOAS University of London

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£26,000£30,000£36,000
3 years£24,500£31,000£37,000
5 years£29,000£35,500£47,500
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-02-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

80%Working
5%Work & Study
15%Seeking Work
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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