Master in Economics

Tuition costs 31,700 GBP per year.

Economics MSc at Cardiff University

Cardiff University offers a Master of Science (MSc) in Economics. This full-time programme lasts for one year. The academic year begins on 28 September 2026. The yearly tuition fee is 31,700 GBP. Instruction is in English.

What You Will Study

This MSc develops analytical and quantitative skills for economics professionals. You will study labour, development, policy, and trade economics. The course covers theoretical modelling and policy analysis. It also builds computer programming and numerical analytical skills. Students learn to interpret and synthesise academic research. The programme prepares graduates for careers or further study.

Entry Requirements

Applicants need a 2:2 honours degree in economics or a related subject. An equivalent international degree is also accepted. Applicants must provide degree certificates and transcripts. English language proficiency requires an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with 5.5 in all sub-skills. Applications close at the end of August but may close sooner.

Course Structure and Assessment

The programme runs for one year, from September to September. It includes a Taught Stage from September to June, covering 140 credits of modules. Following this, a Dissertation Stage runs from July to September. Students undertake a dissertation project upon successful completion of taught modules. Final modules are published one month before the programme starts.

Cardiff University, established in 1883 and located in the capital of Wales, is a research-led institution with a global reputation for high-quality, innovative scholarship. Home to more than 33,000 students, including over 9,000 international students from more than 100 countries, the university offers a vibrant, multicultural campus within a dynamic city. Teaching is informed by cutting-edge research, ensuring students learn from academic leaders who are active in advancing knowledge and addressing real-world challenges.

The university provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across faculties, with roughly 266 programs available that span the arts, sciences, engineering, business, and health disciplines. Cardiff emphasizes a student-centered approach, offering strong academic support, opportunities for study abroad, and industry partnerships that help students gain practical experience. Many undergraduates benefit from international exchanges and placements that enhance employability and global perspective.

Cardiff’s civic mission prioritizes community engagement, sustainability, and public good, with initiatives that contribute to regional health, wealth, and wellbeing. The campus environment supports extracurricular involvement, research internships, and student societies that enrich campus life. For international applicants seeking a research-intensive university in a welcoming capital city, Cardiff combines academic rigor, global connections, and extensive support services to help students thrive.