About this course
Durham University offers Economics MSc as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Economics. Based in Durham, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £29,500 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 92. The next intake is Michaelmas (October), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
• Applicants with relevant Economics-related work experience may be considered even if they narrowly miss the academic requirements.
• If your degree is in another subject, you will also require good grades in two Mathematics/ Statistics/Econometrics modules.
• The equivalent of a UK upper second-class single or joint honours degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science or Engineering.
For Masters in Economics programmes, you will need:
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Michaelmas (October), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
