ObjectivesThis course offers advanced level training in core areas of theoretical and quantitative economics, plus an opportunity to specialise in the rapidly developing field of behavioural economics. The development of the MSc is linked to the establishment of two recent Chairs in Decision Research and the Psychology of Economic Decision Making in the CeDEx research centre, which is the largest European grouping of researchers in behavioural and experimental economics. The programme is the ideal route for high calibre graduates of economics intending to undertake PhD research in behavioural/experimental economics. It is also suitable for those seeking entry to a wide range of careers, particularly those with interests in finance. The content of this course is influenced by the research experience and activities of staff associated with CeDEx.
Academic titleMSc Behavioural Economics
Course descriptionKey facts
-The MSc in Behavioural Economics is a high quality taught graduate course in economics which has ESRC recognition under its "1+3" awards system. The Nottingham School of Economics is a recognised centre of excellence in teaching, having achieved a perfect score of 24/24 in the latest QAA teaching audit.
-It is also one of the premier centres for teaching and research in economics in the UK, achieving a 5A ranking in the most recent Research Assessment Exercise
Course Content
During the first semester, you will pursue core modules in:
-Microeconomic Theory
-Macroeconomic Theory
-Econometric Theory
-Economic Data Analysis
In the second semester, you will take four more modules choosing options in Behavioural Economics and Experimental Methods in Economics.
The remaining two modules are a free choice of options from a wide range, including:
-Advanced Macroeconomic Theory
-International Macroeconomics
-Economic Applications of Game Theory
-Advanced Microeconomic Theory
-Behavioural Economic Theory
-Experimental Methods in Economics
-Time Series Econometrics
-Financial Econometrics
-Applied Microeconometrics
-Labour Economics
-Public Economic Theory
-Income Distribution and Poverty
-International Trade Theory
-Trade Analysis and Policy
-Global Environmental Issues
-Applied Money and Finance
-Financial Economics
-Behavioural Finance
-Development Policy Analysis
-Development Microeconomics
-Options and Futures Markets
-Decision-making under Risk and Uncertainty
Please note that not all Semester 2 modules are taught in every year and that all modules details may be subject to change.
You will write a supervised dissertation over the summer period on a topic of your choice related to Behavioural Economics.
Course Structure
The MSc in Behavioural Economics is taught over 1 year on a full-time basis.
You will be required to complete 120 credits’ worth of core and optional modules before undertaking a supervised dissertation on a topic of your choice.
Modules on this course are mainly assessed by examinations at the end of the semester in which the module is taught. Some modules are also assessed on the basis of coursework