About the course

Our Graduate Diploma in Economics fills a critical gap in the market for postgraduate training in economics. If you have an undergraduate degree in another subject area but wish to switch to economics, this specialist conversion course will help you do that - without requiring you to sign up to a full undergraduate degree.

　　You do not need any prior training in the subject. The Graduate Diploma in Economics will give you a thorough grounding in the fundamental ideas and methods of modern economics, and you will learn to apply economic reasoning to practical problems. Crucially, you will also develop the necessary mathematical and statistical toolkit for studying economics. This rigorous and intensive training, spread over one or two years, will enable you to compete on equal terms with students graduating with undergraduate degrees in economics.

　　The Graduate Diploma is an undergraduate-level qualification. Upon completing the course, a significant proportion of students exit directly to the job market. Other students use this course as preparation for an MSc in economics or related disciplines.

　　The one-year full-time route offers rapid progression to a high degree of economic literacy and has been specifically designed for people working full time, students who prefer to spread the course over a longer period should apply for the two-year part-time route which has a lighter workload.

　　Start Date: September 2024 Duration: One year Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£14,540

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Bloomsbury
Autumn (September), 2025	Bloomsbury

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Birkbeck

At least a 2:2 degree in any discipline or equivalent.

　　The one-year full-time programme usually requires a 2:1.

　　Evidence of aptitude for mathematical and statistical analysis is advantageous.

　　IELTS (Academic): overall score of 6.5, with 6.0 in each subtest.TOEFL (Internet Based Test): overall score of 79, with 18 in Reading, 19 in Listening, 19 in Speaking, 23 in Writing.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Birkbeck. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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