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Newcastle University| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Full-time | 12 months | find out | find out | find out |
Our International Economics and Finance MSc will help you gain an international perspective in the role of finance and monetary policy.
About this course
Our International Economics and Finance MSc is suitable for those without a financial background. It is also for those interested in a management career with an emphasis on finance and international economics. The behaviour of public and private sector organisations is influenced by international economic developments in the financial and goods markets. A comprehensive understanding of economic and financial theory and policy dimensions within an open economy context is in high demand.
This course will suit you if you're interested in the following careers:
What you'll learn
You'll learn to understand and analyse:
Advanced statistical software
Where possible you'll have access to advanced statistical software including:
Software includes:
Financial databases
You'll also have access to a number of financial databases including:
Your development
On completion of this course, you'll be able to:
You'll be able to showcase professional skills including a comprehensive set of technical and quantitative skills. These are highly valued in the private sector.
If you wish to pursue further research for a career in research institutions or central banks you'll be able to gain preliminary training.
Professional development
You'll benefit from our status as a Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partner. Through self-study, you'll complete the Bloomberg Market Concepts certificate. This gives you an interactive introduction to the financial markets
You'll be able to take part in a live financial trading simulation. This is delivered jointly with:
You'll gain insights into different roles in the financial industry and boost your employability.
Newcastle University Business School accreditation
Newcastle University Business School is accredited by the:
Only 1% of business schools worldwide hold this triple crown. Our accreditations reflect the investments we make for our students through providing a high quality teaching environment, innovative programming and active engagement with industry.
Our staff
View profiles of the module leaders for this course:
Delivery
This course is modular, comprising 180 credits.
Guest lectures
Practitioners from the world of finance and business give guest lectures every year. This provides an insight into career paths and job roles. You'll interact with these experts to:
Networking opportunities
Throughout the academic year we also hold many events on campus that you are welcome to join. Events are topical and provide great opportunities for you to network with:
Facilities
Newcastle University Business School is one of the largest Schools in the University. We have over 3,500 students representing over 83 nationalities. This valuable network extends beyond our current students to include:
The Business School is based in a building within the Newcastle Helix development – Newcastle's emerging business district.
Our facilities provide:
Find out more about Newcastle University Business School
See Fees and Funding tab in the Programme information in our online Prospectus. https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/degrees/international-economics-finance-msc/?utm_source=referral-study-link&utm_medium=course-listing&utm_content=international-economics-finance-msc&utm_campaign=PG3PL-study-link#fees&funding
A 2:1 honours degree, or an international equivalent. You also need to show a firm grasp of:
You can use your personal statement to show your mathematical knowledge if it is not clear from your transcripts.
International Students
To study this course you need to meet our Band 6 English Language requirements:
Direct Entry: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-skills)
If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a pre-sessional English course.
Our typical English Language requirements are listed as IELTS scores but we also accept a wide range of English Language tests.
The equivalent academic qualifications that we accept are listed on our country pages.
Pre-sessional English Course Requirements
You can study a pre-sessional English course at our INTO Newcastle Centre.
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