24 monthsProgramme duration
10,857 USDTuition Fee/year
02 Jan, 2026Application Deadline
3Scholarships
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Social Sciences in Economics is a full-time programme over a period of two years. It is based on both coursework and dissertation. In the first year, students are required to take eight courses, of which four are compulsory, and of which the remaining four are chosen from a list of elective courses. The four compulsory courses cover microeconomic and macroeconomic theories, quantitative and research methods. The other elective courses are chosen from various standard sub-fields in economics.
In the second year, upon successful completion of all course requirements, students are required to write a dissertation. The dissertation is a demonstration of the student’s ability to conduct independent research.
Academic performance is reviewed by our teaching staff on a regular basis. Emphasis is placed on the maintenance of normal academic progress. Withdrawal from the course may be imposed on students who fail to comply with the degree requirements.
In the second year, upon successful completion of all course requirements, students are required to write a dissertation. The dissertation is a demonstration of the student’s ability to conduct independent research.
Academic performance is reviewed by our teaching staff on a regular basis. Emphasis is placed on the maintenance of normal academic progress. Withdrawal from the course may be imposed on students who fail to comply with the degree requirements.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Social Sciences in Economics is a full-time programme over a period of two years. It is based on both coursework and dissertation. In the first year, students are required to take eight courses, of which four are compulsory, and of which the remaining four are chosen from a list of elective courses. The four compulsory courses cover microeconomic and macroeconomic theories, quantitative and research methods. The other elective courses are chosen from various standard sub-fields in economics.
In the second year, upon successful completion of all course requirements, students are required to write a dissertation. The dissertation is a demonstration of the student’s ability to conduct independent research.
Academic performance is reviewed by our teaching staff on a regular basis. Emphasis is placed on the maintenance of normal academic progress. Withdrawal from the course may be imposed on students who fail to comply with the degree requirements.
In the second year, upon successful completion of all course requirements, students are required to write a dissertation. The dissertation is a demonstration of the student’s ability to conduct independent research.
Academic performance is reviewed by our teaching staff on a regular basis. Emphasis is placed on the maintenance of normal academic progress. Withdrawal from the course may be imposed on students who fail to comply with the degree requirements.
Admission Requirements
80+
6+
2.3+
An applicant of a Master’s degree programme must possess a Bachelor’s degree or academic background recognized as equivalent by the University of Macau. An applicant may also be required to possess other knowledge or professional experience.
02 Jan 2026
2 Years
Aug
Tuition fees
Domestic
6,102 USD
International
10,857 USD
Scholarships
International Student Scholarship (Tuition Differential Waiver)
International Student Scholarship (Tuition Differential Waiver)
All
Bachelors
Master
PhD
MBA
Open
Value
50% tuition fee waiver
Deadline
30 Apr 2027
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
University of Macau
International Student Scholarship (Full Tuition Waiver)
International Student Scholarship (Full Tuition Waiver)
All
Master
Open
Value
100% tuition fee waiver
Deadline
30 Apr 2027
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
University of Macau
International Student Scholarship (Full Tuition & Accommodation Waiver + Stipend)
International Student Scholarship (Full Tuition & Accommodation Waiver + Stipend)
Bachelors
Master
Open
Value
100% tuition fee waiver
Deadline
30 Apr 2027
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
University of Macau
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