Hi there, I'm Luna.
I'm a bit like an AI, except instead of making pictures of people with 16 fingers, I can help you find the perfect course and uni.
Would you like some help in your search?
Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?
MSc - Master of Science
Northampton Square
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
Select a course option
MSc - Master of Science
Northampton Square
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
City, University of London
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
MSc - Master of Science
Northampton Square
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
MSc - Master of Science
City, University of London
Part Time
SEP-25
2 Years
Select a an exam type
Learn how to apply economic and quantitative analysis to policy and decision-making in developed and developing countries around the world. You will build an understanding of economic development issues while learning economic theory and statistical tools required to analyse policies. By the time you complete this master's in Development Economics course you will be able to confidently demonstrate how modern economic theory applies to development economics. You will benefit from a global perspective, an analytical & sensibility and a keen understanding of new research in fields such as behavioural and experimental economics, macroeconomics, and regulation and competition. When seeking work, you will be confident in your new competencies. These will include the ability to develop microeconomic models and undertake empirical investigations employing quantitative methods. A range of employment opportunities are open to you when you graduate. You could seek work in the public or the private sector, focusing on consultancy or economic analysis. Areas and organisations you could consider: consulting firms specialising in development governmental bodies such as the Department for International Development (DFID) major international, financial and development institutions such as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund or the United Nations the Overseas Development Institute (ODI), which regularly recruits MSc students for overseas postings. This course also gives a strong foundation for further doctoral research in the field of economics.
A range of employment opportunities are open to you when you graduate. You could seek work in the public or the private sector, focusing on consultancy or economic analysis.
Areas and organisations you could consider:
This course also gives a strong foundation for further doctoral research in the field of economics.
You should have some mathematical background (A-level, IB, AP or any other equivalent secondary school qualification) and a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in one of the following: Economics or a related discipline (e.g. finance); Business, Management, Politics, Law, Accounting, Psychology, Quantitative Sociology or Financial Journalism; A quantitative discipline, such as Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or a Natural Science.
Students living in
Domestic
£11,930 per year
Students from Domestic
The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £11930. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.
£20,500 per year
Students from EU
The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £20500. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.
£20,500 per year
Students from International
The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £20500. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.
City, University of London is a leading institution, ranked 38th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2025)....
Check out our
London city guide