Master's Programme in Economics

About this programme

Come to Stockholm University for an international two-year master’s programme in Economics. The programme is fully taught in English and provides you with a strong ability to independently use economic theory and empirical methods. After graduation you will be able to work in the private or public sector, or continue to PhD studies, in Sweden or abroad. After completing your master’s degree, you can go on to work in the private or public sector, in the type of employment for skilled analysts and investigators that is commonplace in government offices, government agencies, financial organisations, and more. You will also be qualified to perform independent investigative and analytical work in the field of economics, and inspect and assess current research. You can also apply to PhD studies in Economics. The programme consists of compulsory courses in economic theory and empirical methods (45 credits); elective courses that allow you to tailor your studies (45 credits); and a master's thesis (30 credits). The programme starts every year in the autumn. Mathematics for Economic and Statistical Analysis - MM1005 (given at the Department of Mathematics) Information about the dates and times for the mandatory registration meeting will be sent out to admitted students via email. Non-EU students will be informed by email in May. EU and Swedish students will be informed by email in July. The selection of students is based on a cumulative assessment of grades of academic courses and the relevance of previous studies in relation to the programme.