Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MSc in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics is one of three specialist Masters in Economics programmes available at Durham. The programme provides the opportunity to fully explore the economic realities of environmental challenges, whilst taking an in-depth look at the crucial issue of the management of its natural resources. The programme consists of a set of core and elective (optional) modules, culminating in a research based dissertation. Through core modules you will explore advanced macroeconomics and microeconomics, environmental and climate economics and natural resource economics, covering topics such as ecological systems over time, natural resource constraints and fisheries and forests. Offering the flexibility to tailor your programme, you will then be able to choose from a selection of optional modules. The dissertation then enables you to develop your research skills, through an in-depth investigation at an advanced level of a topic relevant to your degree. The dissertation also includes the option to conduct research abroad at a partner university.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MSc in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics is one of three specialist Masters in Economics programmes available at Durham. The programme provides the opportunity to fully explore the economic realities of environmental challenges, whilst taking an in-depth look at the crucial issue of the management of its natural resources. The programme consists of a set of core and elective (optional) modules, culminating in a research based dissertation. Through core modules you will explore advanced macroeconomics and microeconomics, environmental and climate economics and natural resource economics, covering topics such as ecological systems over time, natural resource constraints and fisheries and forests. Offering the flexibility to tailor your programme, you will then be able to choose from a selection of optional modules. The dissertation then enables you to develop your research skills, through an in-depth investigation at an advanced level of a topic relevant to your degree. The dissertation also includes the option to conduct research abroad at a partner university.

Brochures

Admission Requirements

Cambridge CAE Advanced

176+

PTE Academic

62+

GPA

3.3+

TOEFL

92+

IELTS

6.5+

The Masters in Economics is designed for new or recent graduates. You should have a strong background in a related discipline.

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Domestic

Starts from

14,000 GBP

International

Starts from

27,000 GBP

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