Economics and Finance MSc (PGCert PGDIP)
University of Brighton
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IntroOur Economics and Finance MSc provides a solid foundation in economic and financial theory, enabling you to develop the analytical capabilities necessary to deal with complex problems.Political and social changes such as BREXIT, US elections and the pandemic have deeply affected markets; disrupting supply, demand and inflation. This course will equip you with the skills necessary to appraise financial opportunities to help address issues such as global financial crises.Full-time students ...Read more

Intro

Our Economics and Finance MSc provides a solid foundation in economic and financial theory, enabling you to develop the analytical capabilities necessary to deal with complex problems.

Political and social changes such as BREXIT, US elections and the pandemic have deeply affected markets; disrupting supply, demand and inflation. This course will equip you with the skills necessary to appraise financial opportunities to help address issues such as global financial crises.

Full-time students also have the option to add work experience to their Masters through a year’s paid placement in industry.

This course is part of our Finance MSc programme. All students complete the same core finance modules, then from the end of the first semester you can specialise in one of five areas.

The other specialisms offered are:

  • Finance and Accounting MSc
  • Finance and Banking MSc
  • Finance and Investment MSc
  • Finance and Risk Management MSc
  • .

    The University of Brighton is accredited by the

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
  • – an accreditation achieved by fewer than 6% of business schools globally.

    Career prospects

    Our Economics and Finance MSc opens up a wide range of career paths. Many graduates will find employment in the financial sector but the course is an excellent preparation for a career in economic consultancy, the public sector or international development institutions.

    The course is also ideal preparation for continuing your studies at MPhil or PhD level, or working as a professional researcher.

    Previous graduates have gone into the following roles: Fund Administrator, Epworth Investment Management; Assistant Vice President Corporate Lending, ING Bank Turkey; Pricing Analyst, General Electric Corporation; Junior Dealer, Yapi Kredi; Supply Planner, Proctor & Gamble.

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    WUSCA ranking:
    WUSCA student ranking
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    99/101
    CUG Subject Ranking
    CUG Subject Ranking
    Source: Complete University Guide 2025
    53rd
    CUG Ranking
    CUG Ranking
    Source: Complete University Guide 2025
    70th
    What students say
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    Sophia
    15 Feb 24

    The classrooms, and buildings are really nice and modern. Organisation from teachers could be..Read more

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    Emerson
    12 Feb 24

    The course I study is pretty interesting, part of the reason I chose Brighton is because the economics course is quite progressive and modern. I really like most of the staff, I..Read more

    Modules

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    Entry requirements

    Normally a good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject is required. 

    Tuition fees

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    Domestic

    £12,150 per year

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    Students from Domestic

    This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

    The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £12,150. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

    £15,900 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from EU

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

    The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £15,900. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

    £15,900 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from International

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

    The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £15,900. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

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    University of Brighton
    University of Brighton , Brighton

    Located on England’s beautiful south coast, the University of Brighton is a buzzing multi-campus university with a diverse student...

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    Lewes Road Brighton Brighton and Hove BN2 4GA United Kingdom
    Nearest train station: Moulsecoomb  0.1 miles away

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