Postgraduate

Applied Economics

Manchester Metropolitan UniversityManchester, United Kingdom
Level
Postgraduate
Subject
Economics
Location
United Kingdom
IELTS
6.5 overall, no part below 5.5

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Overview

As a professional economist or economic analyst, you could be working on some of society’s biggest questions. Such as, how do we make local economies stronger; what do we need to do to alleviate poverty in the UK and in developing countries; how do we decide which cancer treatments to invest in; can we reduce crime through improving schools; are lockdowns the best approach to controlling Covid-19? This masters is designed to equip you with the skills to influence and advise on the important decisions we face. It will prepare you for a career as a professional economist in government, internati

Entry requirements

Degree2:2 · or above

English language requirements

IELTS6.5 overall, no part below 5.5

IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. For more information, visit: mmu.ac.uk/international

Fees

International students: £16,500 per year

UK students: £8,500 per year

Start dates

September 2021

If you studied in United States

145 countries

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Academic

You must have a bachelor degree awarded by a university that is officially recognised in your country. We typically require a GPA between 2.8 - 3.5.

English language

You need to have a recognised English language qualification to study at Manchester Metropolitan. The score required will vary depending on the qualification and the area of study you have chosen. If you hold an offer of a place from the University, your offer will give you the specific requirements for your course. Typical International English Language Testing System (IELTS) requirements are: 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any section) or equivalent for undergraduate courses 6.5 (no less than 5.5 in any section) or equivalent for postgraduate courses Visit our English language requirements page for examples of recognised tests and minimum acceptable scores.

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Scholarships at Manchester Metropolitan University

3 for this level
  • Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarships£22,000.00 (US$ 28,411)
  • Business School International Postgraduate Scholarship£5,000.00 (US$ 6,457)
  • Postgraduate International Scholarship
All scholarships at Manchester Metropolitan University

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TuitionGBP 16,500
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 31,886

The health surcharge is paid for the whole visa when you apply; one year is counted here. Figures as gov.uk showed them on 24 October 2026.

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    Your offer

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    Accept and pay the deposit

    You accept the offer and pay any deposit the university asks for, by its deadline.

  3. 3

    Your CAS

    The university issues your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies, the number your visa application needs. We help you get it.

  4. 4

    Your Student visa

    You apply with your CAS and show GBP 27,039 for your first year: tuition plus living costs. We help you prepare the documents.

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Where you will study

Manchester, North West, United Kingdom

Study in ManchesterNorth West

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