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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
SOAS, University of London
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Study mode
Distance / Online
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
2 years
Course summary
Our MSc Finance (Economic Policy) programme has been principally designed to help you work on economic policy in government, central banks, public organisations and international institutions.
The programme will increase your understanding of the principles, applications and context that underlie economic policy, focusing on the financial aspects of policy making. Additionally, you will acquire sound understanding of theories in finance and of the workings of financial markets.
The MSc Finance (Economic Policy) enables you to deepen your understanding of financial markets, banks, and their relation to economic performance. It provides a sound platform for advancing your career in finance and policy. Because finance is so wide ranging, this degree enables you to choose between Banking and three other majors:
- MSc Finance (Banking)
- MSc Financial Sector Management)
- MSc Finance (Quantitative Finance)
Why study MSc Finance (Economic Policy) at SOAS?
- SOAS is ranked 38th in the UK for Accounting and Finance (Complete University 大象传媒 2023).
- We're ranked 6th in UK for graduate employability (QS World University Rankings 2023).
- Develop an excellent understanding of the key issues shaping international business strategy in a global financial environment.
- We offer specialist knowledge of financial and management systems in the emerging markets of Africa, Asia and the Middle East.
- Acquire a sound understanding of theories in finance and the workings of financial markets, ready for a career in finance or further study.
- You will be joining our community of alumni working in 160 countries in sectors including finance, government, industry and international organisations.
Modules
Tuition fees
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拢 5,460per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
71st
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Campus address
SOAS, University of London, 10 Thornhaugh Street, Camden, Greater London, WC1H 0XG, United Kingdom
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Subject ranking
42nd out of 103 6
45th out of 79 6
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Entry standards
/ Max 227125 55%43rd
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Graduate prospects
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.73 68%102nd
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Entry standards
/ Max 227136 60%33rd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10078.0 78%43rd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.90 72%62nd
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