Economics

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Turn data into decisions

Study advanced economic theory and applications, including macro economics, econometrics and international finance. Tailor your path with electives such as applied time series and behavioural economics, while developing the analytical and quantitative skills needed to tackle complex economic challenges.

Why Economics at Queen Mary?

School ranking:
- 4th in UK for research output in economics and econometrics in the Research Excellence Framework in 2021
- In top 100 in the QS World University Rankings for Economics & Econometrics in 2026
- In top 50 in Shanghai Global Ranking for Economics in 2025
Scholarships available for outstanding candidates
Develop career skills for professional economists in both public and private sectors
Comprehensive training in core graduate level Economics: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics
Independent Project: Under the supervision of a faculty member, apply your knowledge to a real-world economic question
Electives designed to open wide range of economics careers through three suggested Pathways:

Suggested pathway	Elective modules
Big Data and Quantitative Analysis	• Applied Time Series and Forecasting • Large Language Models and Textual Analysis in Economics and Finance • Big Data Applications • Design and Evaluation of Public Policy
Competition and Public Policy	• Design and Evaluation of Public Policy • Development Economics • Competition Policy and Regulations • Games and Information
Macroeconomic Outcomes and Financial Markets	• Macroeconomic Policies and Market Outcomes • Applied Time Series and Forecasting • International Finance • Advanced Asset Pricing

Scholarships up to £8,000

We are delighted to offer scholarships for highly qualified international offer holders joining us in January and September 2027.

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