What will I learn?

Challenge yourself on this technically rigorous master's programme and prepare for PhD study or a career as a quantitative economist or econometrician.This internationally reputed MSc programme is designed for those with a strong quantitative background who wish to study economics and econometrics.On this programme, you'll begin by exploring the essential principles of macroeconomics, microeconomics, and econometrics before moving on to advanced study in all three areas. You’ll also choose an elective course from topics as varied as international economics, monetary economics, corporate finance, asset markets, portfolio management, machine learning, data science and stochastic processes.The technical level of material covered in this degree is arguably higher than any similar master's degree in this field so you'll need to demonstrate a strong quantitative background.We welcome applications from mathematicians, statisticians, physical scientists and engineers, as well as graduate economists who are looking to proceed to PhD study or a career as a quantitative economist within industry, government, central banking, international organisations or private sector economic consultancies.Graduate destinations:Our former students are employed as economists in a wide range of national and international organisations in government, international institutions, business and finance.

Which department am I in?

Economics

Study options

Full Time (10 Months)

Tuition fees

Information not available

Start date

August 2027

Venue

London School of Economics and Political Science

Houghton Street,

London,

Greater London,

WC2A 2AE, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

First class honours degree or equivalent with strong technical background in engineering, physical science, econometrics, statistics, mathematics, economics or other similarly quantitative fields.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.