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Economics

Start your masters journey today at a safe, green campus university, under 35 minutes from Central London. Economics shapes the world we live in and our degrees help meet the growing global demands of policy-makers and businesses in influencing and navigating the future financial landscape.
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Key statistics

CIMA accredited
courses for MA and MSc degrees

providing exemption from some professional examinations.

Top 10
ranking in REF 2021

research informs our teaching, highly ranked the Research Excellence Framework 2021.

Ranked 11th
in the UK for economics and econometrics

Times Higher Education World Subject Rankings 2024

Scholarships and awards

Discover how we may be able to support your studies with a host of bursaries and scholarships for various backgrounds and areas of study.

Apply now for 2025

Discover our masters courses in economics starting in September 2025.

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"I feel at home here"

See, hear and be inspired by what our diverse community of students have to say about their Surrey experience.

Why students love us

Testimonials

  • "My time at Surrey has definitely had a positive impact on my employability – whether I decide to work in the public or private sector I know I will graduate from the course prepared and well-rounded."

    Hannah Siaw Economics and Finance MSc Student profile

  • "Throughout this year, I’ve had the opportunity to learn from people who are specialists in their fields and attend seminars with top academics from other universities."

    Francisco Nobre Economics MRes Student profile

  • Being a postgraduate student at the University of Surrey provided me with the necessary skill set required in the real-world. The well-structured programme, with a mix of coursework and research opportunities, helped me develop my academic writing skills, critical thinking abilities and problem-solving skills.

    Victoria Economics MSc Student profile

Campus and beyond

Start planning your adventure with a range of information about university life at Surrey.

We're here to help

We know choosing where to study is a big decision, and questions will come up along the way. The FAQs below cover the most common queries, but if you need further support, our friendly team is here to help.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I get a prospectus?
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The most up-to-date and detailed information on the courses we offer and related matters is available on our postgraduate degree pages, but you can view our digital postgraduate prospectus too.

What are the fees for my chosen course?
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Please see our tuition fees section for the latest information on our fees.

Is there a February intake as well as September?
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All of our courses start in September and some also have a February intake. Please visit the programme webpage to check the availability of your chosen programme.

What are the English language requirements?
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The score or level of English language required varies between courses. Please visit the individual postgraduate degree pages to see the requirements for each one.

The qualifications we can accept as evidence of English language ability are available on our English language requirements page.

If you are an international student planning to study on a degree course with us but don't meet our initial English language requirements, you may benefit from our pre-sessional English language courses. You can find further information about these courses on the Pre-sessional English language courses webpage.

Can you accept my international qualifications?
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If you have taken or are taking non-UK based qualifications, please check our international students pages for information on the entry requirements from your country.

If your country isn’t listed, contact the Admissions team for more information.

How do I apply?
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For postgraduate taught programmes, you apply directly to us through the relevant course page. Take a look at our how to apply guide for all the information you need to apply to Surrey.

What sources of funding are available?
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Take a look at our scholarships and bursaries page to explore funding opportunities which you may be eligible for.

What masters programmes do you offer?
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Take a look at our list of postgraduate programmes. You’ll find detailed information on each course. 

What are the job prospects for Surrey graduates?
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There is some information on all of our course pages about the sorts of careers that people go on to in the ‘Career opportunities’ section. 

What is the deadline for applying?
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You can find the deadline for each intake on the relevant course page. Scroll down to the apply section and you’ll see the closing dates.

Can I use an education agent to apply?
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Yes, you can. You can find Agents on the relevant country page on our website. If you are considering using an education agent to support your Surrey journey, check out the British Council's Student Guide To Choosing An Education Agent

Disclaimer: University of Surrey has a commercial relationship with its network of education agents. A placement fee is paid to overseas representatives, who successfully enrol international students.