Economics of Education, MA, University College London (UCL)

the United Kingdom

Study options for this course

The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MA	Full-time, Part-time	1 - 2 year	October	-	-

About Economics of Education, MA - at University College London (UCL)

This masters degree will:

develop your understanding of the economics of education
assess the benefits and costs of education to individuals and society
evaluate economic policies in developing and developed countries
evaluate and critique the ways in which economists have applied economic principles to education and education policy-making.

Features

This masters degree provides the opportunity to:

examine relationships between education and its benefits to individuals and society
apply key economic concepts, methods and ideas to education policy in both developing and developed countries
analyse and carry out research in your own field of work.

Who is this programme for?

People who would like to work in educational planning or policy, to engage in research in educational finance or economics, or to extend their understanding of the economic and financial aspects of education.

Entry requirements

A good first degree or equivalent that includes some economics. If your qualification is in another subject, you should also have appropriate experience of working in education.

Core topics

Economic perspectives on education policy
The economic value of education
Related topics
Quantitative analysis
Planning for education and development.

How are you assessed?

By coursework and a 20,000-word dissertation or 10,000-word report.

Attendance

Face-to-face afternoon or evening sessions (timings may vary).

Where do our students go?

Graduates of this masters degree are currently working as:

policy analysts in ministries of education or their associated agencies in countries around the world
university tutors and researchers
teachers and senior leaders in schools
researchers in educational charities.

More information

For more information, please see our programme prospectus

Please note that we also offer the MSc in Economics of Education. The MSc is distinct because it is a research masters programme that is intended to develop economic and quantitative research skills to prepare individuals for further research.

Core modules

Economic Perspectives Of Education Policy
The Economic Value of Education

Recommended modules

Planning for Education and Development
Understanding Education Policy

Entry requirements

1. Students are normally required to have a minimum overall IELTS score of 7.0 for direct entry, with a score of no lower than 6.0 for writing and 6.5 for reading. 2. A good first degree or equivalent that includes some economics. If your qualification is in another subject, you should also have appropriate experience of working in education.