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MSc in Economics

LUND UNIVERSITY | SWEDEN

• Master of Science in Economics degree of flexibility. Whilst free choice within the specialisation
• 2 years, full-time, 120 ECTS credits courses will be allowed as long as the specific prerequisites for
• School of Economics and Management the course are satisfied, it is expected that most students will
• Lund Campus follow these recommended profiles.
• Application deadline: January 2024 CORE COURSES (30 credits in total): These are core courses
• Programme start: August 2024 for all students within the programme and you study them
during your first semester: Advanced Econometrics; Advanced
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW Macroeconomic Analysis; Advanced Microeconomic Analysis;
The MSc in Economics brings you the quantitative skills and Mathematical Methods.
analytical mindset that are essential for a successful career in SPECIALISATION COURSES (including elective courses): 60
governmental organisations, international institutions, and credits in total. There is also a possibility to go on an exchange
private sector firms such as banks and economic consultancies. during the second year.
The programme provides you with deep and thorough MASTER’S DEGREE PROJECT/THESIS: 30 credits in total.
knowledge of modern economic theories, concepts, tech-
niques, and their applications. You will acquire the necessary CAREER PROSPECTS
skills to undertake advanced economic analysis and become There is a broad and extensive labour market for economists
familiar with state-of-the-art research. both nationally and internationally. The demand for the compe-
The rigorous and research-based education will enable you tence of economists with a master’s degree is relatively constant
to undertake advanced economic analysis by applying modern over time or even growing. You will be qualified for advanced
economic theory and state-of-the-art tools for handling data positions within the private and public sectors.
and conducting econometric analysis (using, for example, Graduates find employment in government authorities and
STATA and MATLAB). public institutions, in large companies, in the financial sector,
The programme offers a wide range of elective courses in private research centres, in the health sector and in a large
(60 credits in total) allowing you to specialise in your field of number of international institutions such as central banks, gov-
interest. You also have the opportunity to study one semester ernment departments, OECD, EU, The World Bank, develop-
abroad at one of our international partner universities. ment agencies, economic consultancies, financial organisations,
We offer a high-quality learning experience. The lecturers international corporations etc. The programme also provides
are dedicated to teaching but also active in research, ensuring excellent preparation for PhD studies.
you access to the latest developments in their fields.
Taken together, the programme equips you with a com- ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND HOW TO APPLY
prehensive package of knowledge, skills, and tools crucial for
Entry requirements
understanding and analysing the key economic issues of today
An undergraduate degree (BA/BSc) and at least 60 credits
and tomorrow.
in economics, which must include courses in intermediate
microeconomics and econometrics (quantitative methods), or
PROGRAMME MODULES/COURSES
the equivalent knowledge. English Level 6.
A unique feature of the Master’s programme in Economics
is the ability to tailor your degree to your interest. You can How to apply
choose from different specialisations: Econometrics, Finan- 1. Apply online: Go to www.lunduniversity.lu.se/economics
cial Economics, International and Development Economics, Click on “Apply” and follow the instructions for the online
Macroeconomics, Microeconomics and Public Economics with application at www.universityadmissions.se, the Swedish
Health and Labour Economics. This design allows for a large

“The mandatory courses in the beginning of the programme give you a


good knowledge base within both economics and econometrics, and th-
rough the choice of courses and thesis topics, you get the opportunity to
specialise within your own field of interest. More importantly, you learn
how to cope with a large workload and multiple deadlines, analyse and
solve complex problems, and how to work together with different types
of people. These are all skills that you will benefit from when entering
working life.”
Audun Gjerde from Norway
national application website. Rank the chosen programmes ABOUT THE SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND
in order of preference. MANAGEMENT
2. Submit your supporting documents: Lund University School of Economics and Management (LUSEM)
• General supporting documents: Check what documents offers you a broad education with a competitive competence.
you need to submit (i.e. official transcripts, degree diploma/ Being a graduate from LUSEM you are well equipped for all
proof of expected graduation, translations, proof of Eng- the challenges at the workplace of your dreams.
lish, passport) and how you need to submit them at www. A degree from LUSEM has a good reputation; the School is
universityadmissions.se. part of Lund University, ranked among the 100 best universities
• Programme-specific supporting documents: We do not in the world (2023) and as triple accredited (2023) LUSEM is one
require a GMAT or GRE score, but a well-balanced score may of the leading business schools in the world. But we are much
strengthen your application to this particular programme. more than a business school: We offer courses and programmes
GMAT code, School of Economics and Management, Lund in six subject areas; economics, business administration, eco-
University: 8-VRPL-07. Lund University does not have a GRE nomic history, business law, informatics, and statistics. At the
code. You are welcome to submit a certified copy of your faculty’s six departments and five research centers world-class
GRE test result directly to University Admissions in Sweden. research is conducted.
With us at LUSEM you will learn to understand the world
Selection criteria/additional info
around you, develop it for the better and be able to make
Selection is based on academic merits from university studies.
impact on the society in which you live. You will get both the
In the assessment, special weight will be given to grades on
theoretical knowledge for how to make a difference in society
courses that prepare students for the curriculum of this study
and how to actually make it happen!
programme.

Tuition fees
Tuition fee SEK 135 000 per year for non-EU/EEA citizens. No
fee for EU/EEA citizens.

CONTACT
Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s
Programme webpage: top universities. The University has around 45 000 students and more than 8 000
www.lunduniversity.lu.se/ staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to
economics understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Programme Coordinator: Learn more at www.lunduniversity.lu.se


Ulf Persson
[email protected]
Disclaimer: Changes may have been made since the printing of this fact sheet. Please see www.lunduniversity.lu.se for any updates.

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