Master's degrees in Economics
Find out more about our courses and explore why Bath is a great place to study for your master’s degree.
Which course is right for me?
View our courses to find out which one might be right for you.
MSc Economics for Business Intelligence and Systems
If you've got a STEM background and you want a career that utilises your quantitative skills, this innovative, cross-disciplinary master’s could be for you.
MSc Economics
If you want to build on your knowledge of economics gained at undergraduate level, this course will give you the skills needed to work as a professional economist or undertake doctoral study.
MSc Economics and Finance
If you are considering working in a financial institution, consultancy, ministry of finance or economics, or central bank, this course could be for you.
MSc Applied Economics
If you'd like to develop your knowledge of economics and prepare for a career in government or industry, this course could help you meet your goals.
If you'd like to specialise further, take a look at our MSc Applied Economics with Banking and Financial Markets course.
We also offer an online alternative to MSc Applied Economics with Banking and Financial Markets. Find out more about MSc (online) Applied Economics (Banking and Financial Markets).
What it's like to study with us
In this webinar, staff from our Department of Economics talk about our range of master's courses, and living and studying in Bath.
‘Studying the MSc Economics for Business Intelligence and Systems has helped me carve out a niche in terms of my future employment.’
—
Michael Lawrence
MSc Economics for Business Intelligence and Systems
(2021)
Why study at Bath?
Highly ranked in independent league tables, we are known for excellence in teaching and research, a superb student experience, and providing outstanding preparation for the workplace.
- More than 90% of Bath's research was classed as world-leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF)
- Bath was named University of the Year in The Times & The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023
- Bath was named the 2nd safest university town or city in England and Wales (The Complete University Guide, 2023).
Join a research-led department
Our department has a strong research culture with many articles written by academics being published in general interest or top field journals in economics.
On joining the department, students will benefit from research conducted by five key research groups. As well as gaining the opportunity to work with academics contributing to the key discussions that shape our world today; such as Brexit, the Covid-19 pandemic and climate change.
In addition to research, the department is a proud recipient of the Athena SWAN Bronze Award for its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Find out more about the award.
Find out more about the department
Talk to us live
We love talking to students who might be interested in one of our master's courses. That's why we hold several events throughout the year giving you the chance to ask your questions via our virtual online platform.
Both academics and our student ambassadors will be available to answer your questions on anything from living in Bath, to course structure. Why not join us for our next event?
Register for a virtual open day
Get in touch
If you have any questions about our courses, you can contact our admissions team.