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Receive personal guidance and support from an expert development economist
You will be assigned a development economist as your personal academic tutor
Opportunity to develop your policy or intervention proposal and present them to those who influenced real policies
Top 20 in the UK for world-leading research in Economics and Econometrics
Research Excellence Framework 2021
"I am passionate about solving inequality and chose the University of Exeter for its many accolades in terms of sustainability and economics research. My favourite part of the academic experience was the professors, who have been wonderful. They are very knowledgeable and approachable, and it is always exciting to listen to how passionate they are about their subject areas."
"…Course [material is] all heavily supported by pioneering empirical work in economics, exposing us to novel findings as well as rigorous research methodologies. I believe Exeter has prepared me well for a career in development work with NGOs, where policy evaluation would require a good understanding of econometrics and certain characteristics of developing economies. Furthermore, the lecturers do express interest in our future plans and have kindly offered me advice and assistance..."
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MSc Economics: International Development
Minimum 2:1 degree with honours in a quantitative discipline (e.g. economics, mathematics, statistics, physical sciences, engineering, computer science, finance). We also consider strong students from disciplines that have quantitative components (e.g. a quantitative social science, psychology, geography, life sciences, accounting, management) as well as medicine intercalators. Evidence of quantitative ability is required.
We do consider all applications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study, significant relevant work experience or professional qualifications.
In order to apply for the MSc Economics, you must be at least familiar with basic algebra, calculus, probability and statistics. Quantitative skills are especially important for those without prior Economics studies.
Note: A Level mathematics (or equivalent) may be acceptable as a minimum requirement, but if admitted, you will be encouraged to undertake some additional self-guided study prior to the start of the programme.
Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications .
Please visit our entry requirements section for equivalencies from your country and further information on English language requirements .
Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications .
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course.
The required IELTS test scores for this course fall under Profile B1 .
Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.