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Econometrics MSc

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Degree awarded: MSc

Duration: 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time.

Entry requirements:

UK 2:1 Honours degree (or overseas equivalent) in economics/econometrics/agricultural economics or a related subject for direct MSc entry.

Applicants with a UK 2:2 (or overseas equivalent) in economics/econometrics/agricultural economics or a related subject may be considered for entry onto the MA Economics.

In addition to the normal supporting documents, applicants for the MSc Econometrics must also supply the following:

- A brief description of any econometrics/macro/micro economics/mathematics and statistics courses taken on their undergraduate degree, detailing core texts used. This does not have to be an official document. A paragraph for each course unit taken will be sufficient.  Go to the Files to Download tab for an example of what is required.

PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED UNTIL WE RECEIVE THE ABOVE INFORMATION.

MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS PREPARATION FOR THE MSc

1. Please visit our pre-session maths website where you will find information about the minimum level of knowledge of mathematics and statistics that you should possess from your current or previous training.

2. On the same website, please look at the details and content of our Pre-Session course on mathematics and statistics which builds on the knowledge resumed in (1) and which is designed to equip you with further tecnhical skills that you will require before starting the MSc. You are strongly advised to attend this course which is offered, free of charge.  The course will run during induction week and we recommend that you spend some time between now and September 2013 studying and familiarising yourself with the course material on the website, especially if you might not be able to attend the course.

Course fees: For entry in the academic year beginning September 2013, the tuition fees are as follows:

  • MSc (full-time)
    UK/EU students (per annum): £6,900
    International students (per annum): £15,200
  • MSc (part-time)
    UK/EU students (per annum): £3,450
    International students (per annum): £7,600

Scholarships/sponsorships: Please see the School's funding page for further information.

Number of places/applicants: Approximately 22 applications were received for entry in 2010 and 3 new students registered.

Contact email: janet.a.smith@manchester.ac.uk

Contact telephone: +44 (0)161 275 4471

How to apply: Apply online

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