
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
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | As 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
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£36,828
per year
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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