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PostgraduateDiploma

Economics

University of Cambridge
Cambridge, England
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9 monthsDuration
£36,828Per Year (Intl)
£22,086Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The Diploma Economics at University of Cambridge is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Cambridge, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 9-month full-time structure. The Advanced Diploma in Economics is a nine-month taught course (from the last week in September to the end of June) for students whose first degree contains little or no economics. The Advanced Diploma programme sets out to give a thorough grounding in the essentials of modern economics, with a strong emphasis on practical applications. It is intended primarily as a conversion course: individuals already trained in another discipline should acquire the same basic skills, over the course of a single academic year, as would normally be gained by those studying for a three-year degree in econ... A minimum ielts score of 7.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £59,500 within three years, a 99% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Microeconomic Theory and Applications
Macroeconomic Analysis and Policy
Quantitative Methods for Economics
Econometrics and Data Analysis
International Economics and Trade
Public Economics and Welfare Analysis
Financial Economics Fundamentals
Economics Research Methods
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementAs such it serves as a free-standing course for those who wish to have an overview of the subject as well as providing a suitable foundation for students who wish to apply for the Faculty's MPhil in Economics, MPhil in Economic Research, MPhil in Finance and Economics or MPhil in Economics and Data Science degrees. Learning outcomes On completion of the Advanced Diploma, students should have acquired an understanding of the core principles and techniques of analysis in microeconomics, macroecono

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic7.57777

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£36,828

per year

Total Course Cost (9 months)£36,828

Home Student Fee

£22,086

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

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

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
5%Studying
6%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
94%Professional Jobs
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About University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge offers Economics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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