Study MSc Economic Policy with Placement Year at SOAS University of London in the UK, Economics

MSc Economic Policy with Placement Year

UK

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What will I learn?

The MSc Economic Policy with Work Placement Year programme offers training in the understanding and critical evaluation of economic policy issues, design and solutions, their foundation in the evolution of economic theory and methods, as well as critical discussion of the application of policy design to real-world problems without requiring a first degree in Economics for enrolment.It offers distinct core modules that enables you to engage with debates in economic theory and policy in advanced as well as developing regions. It also provides a programme structure that develop qualitative and quantitative research capabilities.

Which department am I in?

Economics

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
£25,320.00 (US$ 32,699) per year
Accommodation Fee- Wood Green Hall Single room £170-£155 Per week

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

SOAS, University of London

10 Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square,

Camden,

Greater London,

WC1H 0XG, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
£25,320.00 (US$ 32,699) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

SOAS, University of London

10 Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square,

Camden,

Greater London,

WC1H 0XG, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

We will consider all applications with 2:2 (or international equivalent) or higher. In addition to degree classification we take into account other elements of the application such as supporting statement. References are optional, but can help build a stronger application if you fall below the 2:2 requirement or have non-traditional qualifications.

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

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