Graduate Diploma Economics
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Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
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Awards available | Graduate Diploma |
Programme length | Nine months full-time |
Location of programme | Clifton campus |
Part-time study available | No, full-time only |
Start date | September 2021 |
Programme overview
For students interested in an MSc in Economics or Economics and Finance after an undergraduate degree in a different discipline, this fast-track one-year programme provides essential training in economics and econometrics in preparation for a specialist master's programme.
Fees for 2021/22
We charge an annual tuition fee. Fees for 2021/22 are as follows:
- UK: full-time
- £9,700
- Overseas (including EU): full-time
- £18,400
- Channel Islands/IoM: full-time
- £9,700
Fees are subject to an annual review. For programmes that last longer than one year, please budget for up to a five per cent increase in fees each year. Find out more about tuition fees.
Alumni scholarship
University of Bristol students and graduates can benefit from a ten per cent reduction in tuition fees for postgraduate study. Check your eligibility for an alumni scholarship.
Funding for 2021/22
Further information on funding for prospective UK, EU and international postgraduate students.
Programme structure
Three core economics units are taken from the school's undergraduate programmes. You must also select two specialised units from a list of options that includes both second- and third-year undergraduate units, and you must choose at least one third-year unit.
Visit our programme catalogue for full details of the structure and unit content of our Graduate Diploma in Economics.
Entry requirements
An upper second-class degree (or international equivalent). Entrance qualifications must include a significant mathematical component, either at degree level or a minimum of grade A in A-level Mathematics (or equivalent). Candidates should supply details of high school qualifications when applying. Economics Graduates will not be considered for the Economics PG Dip. Graduates of Economics should apply for the Economics MSc.
See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you need to meet this profile level:
Further information about English language requirements and profile levels.
Admissions statement
Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.
Careers
Successful completion of this programme will enable graduates to seek employment in economics-related fields and meet entrance requirements for postgraduate programmes at master's level or higher.
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Contact details
Enquiries Team Phone: +44 (0) 117 394 1649 Email: choosebristol-pg@bristol.ac.uk
School website: School of Economics, Finance and Management
International students
Find out more about becoming a student at Bristol, applying for a visa and the support we offer to international students.
REF 2014 results
- Economics and Econometrics:
- 44% of research is world-leading (4*)
- 44% of research is internationally excellent (3*)
- 12% of research is recognised internationally (2*)
Results are from the most recent UK-wide assessment of research quality, conducted by HEFCE. More about REF 2014 results.
Disclaimer
Important disclaimer information about our programmes.