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Taught Masters

The Department of Economics MSc programmes have a long-standing and prestigious international reputation for academic excellence. LSE is ranked 1st in Europe, and 6th in the world, for Economics and Econometrics, according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject. We train our MSc students to think deeply and rigorously about economic problems, imparting advanced analytical and technical skills that are highly prized by global employers, research centres and academic departments across the world.

Programmes

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    MSc Econometrics and Mathematical Economics
    Prepare for PhD study in Economics, or a career in quantitative economics or econometrics, with this challenging and technically rigorous master's programme.
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    MSc Economics
    Develop your knowledge of core economic models and methods, with world-class training relevant to careers such as an industry economist, policy-maker or researcher.
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    MSc Economics (two-year programme)
    Draw on your strong quantitative background to build a robust foundation in economic theory and quantitative techniques during the preliminary year. Once you meet the progression requirements, you will be able to undertake the one-year MSc Economics in Year 2.

This is a challenging yet inspiring programme. I’ve learnt to think for myself, work independently and take initiative while maintaining a strong sense of belonging in a large and diverse cohort. As well as examining cutting-edge research and industry best practice, you have the motivation and methodology behind studies explained to you in person by those that conducted them.

Anthoulla Phella, MSc Economics

Further information

MSc Finance and Economics:
The Department of Economics partners with the Department of Finance to jointly offer this specialised MSc programme which combines the study of Economics with the study of Finance. For more details, please contact the Department of Finance who administer this joint degree.

Other joint degrees at LSE:
Please see the LSE Prospectus

Department of Economics
Sir Arthur Lewis Building
London WC2A 3PH

Dept of Economics - Graduate Admissions Team
Email: econ.pgadm@lse.ac.uk

Dept of Economics - MSc Programmes Team
Email: econ.msc@lse.ac.uk

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