Economics

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

						
							Study economics in Groningen and learn to use groundbreaking theoretical knowledge and evidence-based policy to help solve tomorrow's national and international economic problems.


					
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locatieGroningen
diplomaMSc 
typeregulier, 60 EC
start1 februari, 1 september
taalvolledig English
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code66401
numerus fixusnee
honoursnee
Economics plays a crucial role in analyzing and addressing societal problems by understanding how individuals, businesses, and governments make choices in the face of limited resources, like time or money. While united in the methodological approach, the questions economics seeks to answer are diverse:
What is the best way to reduce CO2 emissions? 
How do households decide how much to save for retirement? 
Why do some markets need regulation and others not? 
How should you design monetary policy to keep inflation low? 
Why are some countries rich and some poor? 
How to make healthcare more accessible and affordable? 
How do social norms affect behaviour and policies? 
Why do women earn less than men? 
As an economist, you have an analytical mindset and you use data to study and assess economic policies: In short, you keep a cool head when it comes to making decisions for burning social problems. 
To equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to impact societies, our MSc Economics combines rigorous thinking, empirical evidence, and practical applications in three core courses (microeconomics, macroeconomics, empirical methods) and a selection of over 25 elective courses from our programme and other master’s programmes. You will study state-of-the-art research articles and learn about the important modern tools economists use. Based on the empirical evidence that you analyze, you will be able to come up with policy recommendations and apply economic thinking to societal problems and policy dilemmas. Upon finishing your degree, you can write clear policy reports with well-informed analyses and solutions, deeply rooted in the relevant economics literature and backed by data. 


					

Waarom aan de University of Groningen?

You will learn from state-of-the-art research articles and use various tools and methodologies to study and propose solutions to a wide range of societal problems.

Our popular Economic Policy Workshop gives you a unique opportunity to dive into topics such as entrepreneurship, gender, employment and labor markets, fiscal policy, ethics, responsibility, and sustainability. It focuses on formulating policy advice based on the latest insights from economic research.
Get equipped to join the current debate in our Monetary Policy profile, which is built on our long and rich experience in the field. We are one of two universities offering this specialization and we have strong linkages with policymakers and practitioners, with input from renowned alumni like Klaas Knot, president of the Dutch Central Bank, or courses being taught by Lex Hoogduin, the former vice-president of the Dutch Central Bank.
Learn to handle big data empirically, to make analyses, to discover patterns, and to assess the state of the economy through data.
The programme is being taught by professors and specialists who have an international reputation in their field and/or a key role in public debates.
Our programme is small-scale, with activities to shape the community of master students, offered by study associations and the program, and a focus on personal supervision to guide students in their independent research.
The programme has been internationally accredited by the AACSB and EQUIS, ensuring a high-quality education, which only 1% of universities reach worldwide.

Studieprogramma

	1	3
	periode
Current Topics in Microeconomics	5 EC
Empirical Methods of Economics	5 EC
Macroeconomics for MSc Economics	5 EC
Electives A	5 EC
Electives B	10 EC
Electives C	10 EC
Master Thesis		20 EC

specialisaties

Future Prosperity and Sustainability Focus Area
Healthy Society Focus Area
Double Degree Master Economic Analysis (Santiago)
Double Degree Master International Business and Finance (Shanghai)
Finance and Development Focus Area
Energy Transition and Climate Change Focus Area
Master Internship

specialisatie Future Prosperity and Sustainability Focus Area

Focus on the sustainable developments in our current society by the increasing influence of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. The upcoming impact of the SDGs force companies to redefine their purpose and seek a path for meaningful contribution. But, what are companies responsible for, and who bears the burden of the consequences? Your skills and knowledge will prepare you to actively contribute to the strategic developments in this dynamic field.

specialisatie Healthy Society Focus Area

Focus on tackling problems that impact healthcare providers and their societal partners in their day-to-day work. Issues such as scarce human resources combined with a higher, more complex demand for care, and more demanding citizens require solutions, which you will think about and design.

specialisatie Double Degree Master Economic Analysis (Santiago)

Study economics and economic analysis in Groningen and Santiago and learn to use groundbreaking theoretical knowledge and apply it to help solve the challenges of emerging economies.

Through this double degree master's with Universidad de Chile in Santiago, you will obtain a thorough understanding of the economies, economic policies, strategies, thoughts, and practices of Europe and Latin America. This programme is designed for students who wish to add a comparative perspective to their understanding of key economic issues. What’s more, you will have the chance to study in two distinct cultural contexts and obtain two degrees in only 18 months. The first year in Groningen, integrates critical thinking, empirical data, and practical applications to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to make an effect on societies. You will be able to apply economic reasoning to societal issues and policy problems and formulate policy suggestions based on the analysis of empirical facts. After completing your double degree master's programme, you will be able to create concise policy reports with thoughtful analysis and solutions that are supported by data and firmly based on the pertinent economics literature.

specialisatie Double Degree Master International Business and Finance (Shanghai)

Are you interested in an international career in or involving China?

Study in Shanghai after your FEB Master's programme in Groningen and gain first-hand knowledge and experience of China and the economy, finance and culture.

specialisatie Finance and Development Focus Area

Focus on the blended realms of Finance and Development. Explore the dynamic relationship between empowering individuals as micro-entrepreneurs and fostering sustainable growth and engage in the ongoing discussion about the role of financial development in enhancing growth and reducing poverty. Your skills and knowledge will prepare you to contribute to the debates on these topics and to work at national and/or multilateral development banks.

specialisatie Energy Transition and Climate Change Focus Area

Focus on the serious changes within the energy sector by dealing with issues such as how firms adapt to renewable energy, how the higher taxes are managed during this transition and how to deal with the weather dependent production of energy systems. Gain the knowledge and skills to shape a sustainable future in this evolving energy sector.

specialisatie Master Internship

Opportunity to gain work experience by doing an internship in the second semester of your study.

You will be rewarded 15 ECTS on top of your programme. Your thesis will be postponed to the third semester.

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs	100% en
avondonderwijs	n.v.t.
afstandsonderwijs	n.v.t.

onderwijsvormen

case study, colloquium, computer exercise, group assignment, group discussion, individual assignment, lecture, literature study, research, research project, research proposal, oral presentation, self study, tutorial, working group

objectives

Note: "General Economics Profile" is still referred to as "Issues in Economics" in Ocasys and when describing the courses.

study guidance

Studying means working independently and planning your studies yourself. But successful studying depends on many different factors, so it is understandable that you may need to consult an impartial expert to discuss your study progress and personal circumstances that influence your studies. The faculty's study advisors are available to help you. Obviously, everything discussed with the study advisor remains confidential.

Toelating en kosten

startmomenten

1 februari 2025

aanmelding deadline : 15 oktober 2024
collegegeld nog niet bekend

1 september 2024

aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2024
wettelijk tarief : € 2530 (€1265 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 19900
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 20800

1 september 2025

aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2025
collegegeld nog niet bekend

Students with a Dutch diploma can apply directly to Studielink. More information on the steps to apply.

toelatingseisen

vooropleiding
To be eligible for admission to this Master, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in one of the following - or closely related - fields: Economics and Business Economics, Econometrics and Operations Research.

To assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, we will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies. For more information, please visit: https://www.rug.nl/feb/apply-msc.

Not meeting the pre-education requirements for direct entry? We offer a tailor-made Pre-Master programme for eligible students with an academic degree and a 60EC Pre-Master for students with an HBO (University of Applied Sciences) degree. Please read more about: https://www.rug.nl/feb/education/study-programmes/pre-msc/tailormade

studie kosten

bron: University of Groningen
bedrag	kostenpost
€ 8000.00	levensonderhoudper jaar

inbegrepen in collegegeld

examination

registration fee

De stad

studievereniging

EBF

The Economics and Business Faculty association (EBF) is the faculty association for all students studying at the faculty of Economics and Business of the University of Groningen.
The EBF is your partner during your time in Groningen by organising events that support you with your studies and help you prepare for your future career.

Keuzehulp

1/30 University of Groningen
Economics

€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur

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