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MSc - Master of Science
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SEP-25
2.6 Years
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MSc - Master of Science
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2.6 Years
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MSc - Master of Science
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2.6 Years
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Gain the qualitative skills and industry-leading knowledge you need to make sound business decisions with an online MSc in Applied Economics (Banking and Financial Markets) from the University of Bath - the first university in the UK to offer a master’s in applied economics online. The applied economics course is ideal if you are currently a mid-career professional who would like to become an advanced economist or gain a competitive edge in banking or finance.
When evaluating the various risks of running a company, advising governments, or addressing issues that affect our environment and society, organisations rely heavily on professionals who can provide reliable statistical data, trends, and informed solutions.
The University of Bath’s innovative course is designed to ensure that you are prepared to tackle pressing issues such as financial crises, environmental and health problems, infrastructure, supply chain, and numerous other changes that can significantly affect society and the global economy.
Our expert faculty will show you how to use and apply today’s most popular economics tools, such as the statistical software programmes Stata and R.
Whether you have a background in economics or not, you will graduate able to compete on the global job market as an advanced economist in finance, banking, consulting firms, government organisations, research institutions, or embark on a PhD.
Learning outcomes
Analyse, interpret and critically evaluate economic data and research
Apply principles to respond to economic and policy issues
Design and implement your own research projects
Use micro- and macro-economics to guide strategic decision-making
Develop the necessary mathematical, statistical and econometrics skills
Acquire research skills to support future commercial or doctoral research
Typically you should have a first or second class bachelors honours degree or international equivalent. We welcome applications from those with a 2:2 honours degree (or its international equivalent) in subjects with a high level of economics content
To apply for this course, you must have an undergraduate degree in a social science or business-related discipline such as business administration, finance, accounting, international trade, banking, financial management, public finance or politics
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree
Students living in
Domestic
£4,998 per year
Students from Domestic
Cost per 10 credits £722. Fees are paid per unit. The total cost of this 180 credit course is £12,996 (£722 per 10 credit unit and two instalments of £1,444 for your 40 credit project)
£4,998 per year
Students from EU
Cost per 10 credits £722. Fees are paid per unit. The total cost of this 180 credit course is £12,996 (£722 per 10 credit unit and two instalments of £1,444 for your 40 credit project)
£4,998 per year
Students from International
Cost per 10 credits £722. Fees are paid per unit. The total cost of this 180 credit course is £12,996 (£722 per 10 credit unit and two instalments of £1,444 for your 40 credit project)
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