MSc Economics/Economics (Development)
Dept Economics, University of Bath

(Options to specialise in Environmental Economics, Development Economics or Public Sector Economics)The MSc in Economics/Economics (Development) programme aims to provide an advanced training in the analysis of economic problems and policy for use in private and public sector employment. This is based on knowledge of modern economic theory relevant to major applied economic areas together with a critical appreciation of existing applications of economic theory in policy choices and conflicts. There is a focus on quantitative methods for mathematical, statistical and econometric analyses of economic problems. Students also have the opportunity to specialise in Environmental Economics, Development Economics or Public Sector Economics. See http://www.bath.ac.uk/econ-dev/pg/

Academic requirements The entry requirements for students enrolling on the MSc in Economics and the MSc Economics (Development) are: + a good first degree (or international equivalent) in economics or equivalent (e.g. a degree with a high mathematical / quantitative content). For those who cannot meet these requirements please see details of the Conversion/Enhancement Year. Applicants should have a good command in English, oral as well as written. If English is not your first language then students should have obtained a minimum score in English language tests of: + IELTS 7.0 (with not less than 6.5 in each of the four components) or + TOEFL 600 (paper-based test) or 250 (computer-based test) or 100 (internet based) If you wish to improve your English proficiency before commencing your studies, pre-sessional language training can be arranged through the university's English Language Centre. Applications must be sent by post to: Graduate Office, University of Bath, Claverton Down Bath BA2 7AY UK Each application should comprise: + Letter of Interest explaining why you wish to apply + completed Application Form - available in WORD or PDF format + 2 references (at least one academic reference) in signed sealed envelopes, each comprising a completed Reference Request - available in WORD or PDF + your degree certificate/transcript + English language certificate (if your native language is other than English) + (in the case of those students applying for an MPhil/PhD) a Research Proposal which comprises a full description of your research interests and an outline of the research you propose to undertake. Indicate if possible how the proposed research relates to your first degree and/or subsequent qualifications or professional experience. All applications for taught MSc and MRes programmes are considered, and decisions as to whether or not to offer a place are made, by the programmes' Admissions Tutor/Director of Studies. Applications for research MPhil/PhD programmes are reviewed by the Director of Studies and possible Supervisor(s). Candidates are strongly advised to apply as soon as possible - whilst applications as late as July may still be considered, the offer of places is usually based on a first-come, first-served basis. Suitable applications to programmes which have already been allocated their full quota of students may be offered a place in the following academic year.

Starts October and February of each year

Intermediate qualifications comprise: PG Cert Microeconomics/Microeconomics (Dev) = semester 1 PG Cert Macroeconomics/Macroeconomics (Dev) = semester 2 PG Diploma Economics/Economics (Dev) = semesters 1 & 2 Individual units may also be selected as part of the Postgraduate Continuing Professional Development in International Development.