Economics MPhil (Res)

<strong>Why choose this course?</strong><br/>• Our MRes Economics is the first year of our doctoral programme followed by the four-year PhD programme.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Itll provide you with the transferable skills and knowledge to pursue doctoral research in economics and employment as a professional economist in a research environment.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Alternatively, you can also graduate with a stand-alone MRes degree after one year.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• You’ll learn from academics at the frontier of their research fields, allowing you to develop specialist skills and techniques, in a vibrant research-focused department.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• At Surrey we produce graduates sought-after by leading economics departments, central banks, research institutions, consultancies and think tanks around the world.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>What you will study</strong><br/>You’ll study research-orientated modules in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics at an advanced level, and complete a research project with an MRes dissertation. You’ll gain an advanced understanding of research methods and techniques, enabling you to apply your knowledge to a range of economics problems.<br/><br/>The first semester of the programme will provide you with a solid foundation in modern economics and econometrics. The second semester will introduce you to more advanced topics such as microeconometrics, optimal fiscal and monetary policy, and game theory.