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Development Economics – (M.Sc.)
School of Oriental and African Studies
Faculty of Law and Social Sciences
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| Application Deadline: | June 30 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 6,885 - ≈ € 15,788 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | London / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of School of Oriental and African Studies
All the courses offered by the Department of Economics approach the subject matter from a development perspective. Students on the MSc Development Economics will complete courses on macro, micro, quantitative methods and growth. In addition, students must take three optional courses and complete a dissertation in an area of applied economics.
The objectives of the programme are:
- To enable students to apply the principles of economic analysis to the design of economic policy
- To teach postgraduates the technical and analytical skills to qualify them to practice as professional economists
- To enable practicing professional economists to improve and update their skills and knowledge
- To impart the skills and knowledge that enable students to progress towards PhD research
Students will benefit from studying with experts in development economics within the Department. More broadly, students will benefit from the Department's Political Economy of Development seminar series and other open lectures offered in the School.
Contents
The MSc Development Economics is a taught Masters degree, taught within a structures programme being obtained mainly by research and dissertation. It consists of eight course modules delivered through lectures, classes, and tutorials and an 8,000-word dissertation. The degree is awarded on the basis of examinations written in May and a dissertation which is submitted in September. All students must complete and pass the Basic Mathematics and Statistics course which is taught over three weeks in August/ September before the start of the core courses of the MSc.
The structure of the modules for this programme is similar to the MSc Economics with reference to a certain area courses except that students have three modules for their options. The structure is as follows:
- Macroeconomics (15PECC005)
- Microeconomics (15PECC006)
- Growth and Development (15PECC007)
- Quantitative Methods I (15PECC008)
- Quantitative Methods II (15PECC045)
- Any three (but not two regional options from the same region*) of the other available modules, subject to availability and student demand
- An 8,000 word Dissertation (15PECC998)
The following is a complete list of courses in the programme, not all of which are offered in any single year. For courses being offered in 2007/08, please visit the relevant departmental website or contact the Faculty office. Please note that some courses may be taught in other departments of the School. CORE All students need to choose eight courses from the list below. A 8,000-word dissertation on an approved topic is compulsory and is in addition to the taught courses.
Regional Modules
- African Economies I
- African Economies II
- Applied Economics of the Middle East I
- Applied Economics of the Middle East II
- Capital Markets, Derivatives and Corporate Finance
- Comparative Political Economy
- Economic Development of South Asia (a)
- Economic Development of South Asia (b)
- Economic Development of the Asia Pacific RegionI
- Economic Development of the Asia Pacific Region II
Optional Modules
- Economics of Industry
- Financial Systems and Economic Development
- Growth and Development
- International Economics
- International Economics II
- Marxist Political Economy and World Development
- Political Economy of Institutions
- Theory of Financial Institutions and Policy
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Applicants should have a first or good second class honours bachelors degree from a UK university, or equivalent, in a subject appropriate to that of the programme to be followed. As an approximate comparison, an equivalent BA from a US university would have a Grade Point Average of either 3.3 or 3.5 depending on the awarding university. If an applicant does not have a bachelors degree in an appropriate field s/he may be required to complete a qualifying year or a one year diploma before entering the masters programme. Relevant work experience may also be taken into consideration. Individual courses may have specific entry requirements, so you are advised to consult the postgraduate prospectus for further information.
English language requirements
In order to ensure that SOAS students have a sufficient standard of English to study effectively, we require overseas students to submit evidence, during the application process, of their current level of proficiency.
Score for Unconditional Entry
- IELTS: Overall 7+ with at least 7 in all sub scores
- TOEFL: iBT105+ with at least 25 in all sub scores
- Pearson Test of English - Academic: Score of 75 or above with at least 70 in all sub scores
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 7.0 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 105 |
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