UWE Bristol (University of the West of England)

Master in Economics

Bristol, United Kingdom 1.5 years Taught in English Open to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • Tuition 15% below the typical master's
  • No application fee
  • Applications currently open

Introduction

UWE Bristol provides an industry-focused education grounded in state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to student success. With a diverse and vibrant community, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses designed to equip students with the practical skills and professional experiences necessary to excel in their future careers. Whether you are looking to advance your expertise or enter a new field, our academic programs are built to challenge and support you at every step of your journey. Studying here means joining an internationally diverse student body within a university that prioritizes both academic excellence and wellbeing. Recognized for an outstanding student experience, the university offers extensive support services, career development opportunities, and a range of campus activities. Located in a city brimming with potential, UWE Bristol creates an empowering environment where you can develop your talents and build the foundation for a successful professional life.

About the Program

Step into the industry-standard Financial Markets Lab at UWE Bristol, where abstract economic theories are tested against the pulse of real-time market data. This programme is crafted for those who want to move beyond textbooks to understand how global markets, policy decisions, and technological shifts—such as the rise of automation—actually reshape our society.

Students engage with a curriculum designed to build both technical proficiency and critical thinking. Whether you are analyzing data trends or exploring the impact of robotics on the labor market, you will develop the analytical toolkit necessary for a career as a future-facing economist. The focus is squarely on practical application, ensuring that by the time you graduate, you have the confidence to apply complex concepts to the challenges faced by modern businesses and policymakers alike.

Why study here?

  • High student satisfaction rates with academic support and teaching quality.
  • Access to specialized facilities that mimic professional trading and research environments.
  • A curriculum that balances foundational economic principles with contemporary, real-world issues.

This program's tuition is 15% below the typical master's in the United Kingdom.

Median tuition for that cohort is 27,163 USD, across 14,968 programs on Global Admissions.

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English Test Requirement

IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

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