Financial Economics MSc
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Degree awarded: Master of Science
Duration: 12 Months. [Full-Time] 24 Months [Part-Time]
Entry requirements:
2:1 hons degree in Economics, Finance or related subject (eg Maths, Stats) or overseas equivalent. Candidates should have studied econometrics, microeconomics & macroeconomics, with at least one of these subjects in their final year of u/g studies. Students who do not meet these entry criteria may be eligible for the MA in Economics.
In addition to the normal supporting documents, applicants for the MSc Financial Economics 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.
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.
Contact email: pg-soss@manchester.ac.uk
Contact telephone: 0161 275 4471
How to apply: Apply online
Course options
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| MSc | Y | Y | N | N |