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MPhil - Master of Philosophy
University of Oxford
Full Time
SEP-26
21 Months
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MPhil - Master of Philosophy
University of Oxford
Full Time
SEP-26
21 Months
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The MPhil in Economics is designed to provide rigorous training in economic theory, applied economics, and econometric methods. It is comparable to the first two years of a PhD programme at a US university.
The MPhil provides a solid foundation for progressing to doctoral research, while at the same time providing the advanced knowledge and skills required for a career as a professional economist in government or the private sector. Numerous MPhil graduates have gone on to distinguished careers in economics or related fields. This is the course recommended if you have not undertaken any previous graduate work in economics.
The first year of the MPhil in Economics programme starts with a non-examined preparatory course in mathematical methods. The first two terms of the academic year focus on three compulsory courses in the central areas of microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics. These three courses are offered on two levels. Most students will take the courses at the core level. However, you can apply to start directly at the advanced level, which is targeted at future DPhil students who already have had ample economics training before starting the MPhil. Students who take the core level courses in the first year can take advanced level courses in the second year. In the third term, you can choose from two entirely new courses in Empirical Research Methods and Further Mathematics Methods.
In the second year, you will take four option courses. The option courses build on the first-year training and provide deeper and broader training in your areas of interest. You can take advanced-level courses in macroeconomics, microeconomics, econometrics and empirical research methods covering recent developments in theory and analytical techniques. Other option courses are designed to develop knowledge and understanding of theory, empirical techniques and debates within specialist fields of economics. These include behavioural economics, development economics, economic history, financial economics, international trade, labour economics and public economics.
The second important component of the second year is the required thesis, supervised by a member of the department.
As a minimum, applicants should hold or be predicted to achieve the following UK qualifications or their equivalent:
Applicants must demonstrate a strong quantitative preparation.
Candidates with a first degree in another related discipline should demonstrate how their academic background prepares them for graduate study in economics.
For applicants with a bachelor's degree from the USA, the minimum overall GPA that is normally required to meet the undergraduate-level requirement is 3.6 out of 4.0. However, selection of candidates also depends on other factors in your application and most successful applicants have achieved higher GPA scores.
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£2,291 month
Students from Domestic
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£2,740 month
Students from EU
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£2,740 month
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