Postgraduate taught programmes
Studying a postgraduate degree in the School of Economics will help you gain a sound understanding of theory, as well as practical real-world application of your knowledge.
School of Economics postgraduate programmes
Find out more about individual programmes and register for upcoming virtual events in the drop-down boxes below:
MSc Economics
Suitable for graduates in economics or a highly quantitative discipline, this intensive one-year programme provides a flexible set of units and advanced training equipping you with the required skills for a career as an economist.
Visit the MSc Economics course page.
Find out more at our Postgraduate virtual open week Zoom webinars:
Friday 5 March, 12:30 - 13:30 Register for Zoom webinar
Thursday 11 March, 10:00 - 11:00 Register for Zoom webinar
MSc Economics and Finance
Suitable for graduates in economics, finance or a highly quantitative discipline, this programme provides advanced training in economics and econometrics with the chance to build expertise in finance.
Visit the MSc Economics and Finance course page.
Find out more at our Postgraduate virtual open week Zoom webinars:
Friday 5 March, 12:30 - 13:30 Register for Zoom webinar
Thursday 11 March, 10:00 - 11:00 Register for Zoom webinar
MSc Economics, Finance and Management
Suitable for graduates with any degree who have some quantitative training, this interdisciplinary programme provides comprehensive training across the business-relevant disciplines with a strong focus on real-world applications.
Visit the MSc Economics, Finance and Management course page.
Find out more at our Postgraduate virtual open week Zoom webinars:
Friday 5 March, 12:30 - 13:30 Register for Zoom webinar
Thursday 11 March, 10:00 - 11:00 Register for Zoom webinar
Graduate Diploma in Economics
For students interested in a MSc in Economics or Economics and Finance after an undergraduate degree in a different discipline, this fast-track nine-month programme provides essential training in economics and econometrics in preparation for a specialist Masters programme.
Visit the Graduate Diploma in Economics course page.
MRes Economics
If you are interested in a PhD or research career, our MRes programme offers advanced technical training in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics and mathematical research methods in economics. The course is suitable for those who have completed a MSc in Economics or for very strong students with a first degree in economics or mathematical subjects.
Visit the MRes Economics course page.
Find out more information on postgraduate research in economics at Bristol.
Find out more at our Postgraduate virtual open week Zoom webinars:
Friday 5 March, 12:30 - 13:30 Register for Zoom webinar
Thursday 11 March, 10:00 - 11:00 Register for Zoom webinar
Discover more at our Open Event
Attend our virtual events this March to discover our postgraduate opportunities.
Funding your programme
We have a range of funding and support for postgraduate taught programmes. Find out what scholarships and other funding options are available.
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