MSc Economics
at Southampton University, Southampton

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MSc Economics
at
Southampton University
Overview

The University of Southampton provides an exceptional MSc Economics program at the PG level, designed to be completed in 1 year.

To gain admission to the program, students must meet the requirements for the course, which include having a valid score on tests like IELTS and PTE. One of the most important things that students have to keep in mind before applying is to know the number of seats available. This is to be done to have an idea about whether to apply early or not.

The University of Southampton tuition fee for the first year of the MSc Economics is GBP 28,900. Additionally, prospective students should budget for living expenses, which include accommodation (rent or hostel), food, books, and other essential utilities, averaging around GBP 6,886.

Duration	1 year
Tuition & Fees	₹34.65 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

MSc Economics

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MSc Economics
at
Southampton University
Fees

Students interested in pursuing a MSc Economics from University of Southampton must fulfil the associated monetary requirements that come with the course. The fee structure includes the payment of the first-year tuition fee. Students must also plan for some other costs they may incur associated with living in UK such as rent, food, medical, travel and other expenditures. The overall estimated cost of living students can expect to incure is around GBP 6,886.

The cost may vary as per the lifestyle being pursued by the students and some other fees that may be charged by University of Southampton over the duration of studies. The first year tuition fee for MSc Economics is around GBP 28,900.

For a more detailed fee breakdown regarding the MSc Economics from University of Southampton, refer the table given below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 34,65,399

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 8,25,700
Transportation	INR 95,928

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 119.91 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 6ᵗʰ June 2025

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MSc Economics
at
Southampton University
Entry Requirements

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Applicants must have a 2:1 degree in a relevant subject such as mathematics, economics, statistics, quantitative techniques or finance.

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PTE

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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
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Applicants with 70% in English at Class XII from CBSE or CISCE may be exempted from additional English language requirements

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MSc Economics
at
Southampton University
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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Two academic reference letters are required

Submit resume/CV (For MBA)

Step two

Additional documents required

Degree certificate(s) (and translated version if necessary)
- If students are still studying for the qualification they should provide a partial transcript
Degree transcript(s)(and translated version if necessary)
English language qualification
Personal Statement explaining why you want to take the course

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/economics-masters-msc

Step four

Application fees for this course

Pound 50 = INR 6.0 Thousand

Students can choose to pay in 3 installments. Payments are due as follows:
- 34% of fees by Monday 04 October 2021
- 33% of fees by Monday 10 January 2022
- 33% of fees by Monday 25 April 2022

Step five

Application deadline

Fall (Sept): 29th May

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

MSc Economics
at
Southampton University
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#17	UK University The Complete University Guide, 2026
#20	University The Guardian, 2026
#34	Europe QS, 2025

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MSc Economics
at
Southampton University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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University of Southampton
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

63% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Fun loving

Internships3.6

Part time work4.3

Post study jobs4.2

Quality of faculty4.6

Student Life4.5

Value for money4.1

Public transportation4.9

Safety4.6

Indian Food4.1

Permanent Immigration4

Mathangi Vijayakumar Verified Icon

MSc in Accounting and Finance - Batch of 2025

Offered by University of Southampton

4.8

A fun, immersive, and intensive experience.

Tips: There are a lot of scholarship opportunities available for students here. I was lucky enough to receive a full scholarship from the university to study here. It was difficult to adapt to the British culture at first, but over time, with the help of friends and peers, it started feeling like a 2nd home! Overall, I am genuinely glad I took the decision to study abroad in this particular university and country.

Likes (Student Life): Student life is fantastic here. The University puts a lot of effort into making each and every student feel comfortable. It organises numerous events like Colour run, graduation ball, Painting, sports activities, Karaoke Thursdays, pool activities, and so much more. My typical day in college looks like - attending classes, roaming around on campus and participating in fun activities during break, having lunch with my friends, attending more classes, and heading to the library in the evening to prepare for assignments/exams.

Dislikes (Internships): There are various internship opportunities available, but they are mostly for Bachelor's students. Finding one for an M.Sc. student can be time-consuming, but it is possible. Nowadays, it is hard to find a job that provides sponsorship. Luckily, one can still work here after graduation with their Postgraduate Work Visa for two years. That gives one time to decide what exactly to do.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1035

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 25000

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025Read more

Yash Shah

MSc Data and Decision Analytics - Batch of 2022

Offered by University of Southampton

4.5

Opportunistic, growth, and fun loving with academic focused.

Tips: Students should do their own research because everyone has different preferences. There are scholarships, and there are lots of cultural societies to join that provide opportunities for networking.

Likes (Value for money): Considering the fees for my course I feel it was worth it as you will be getting a degree from one of the top 100 universities in the world and also Russell Group university. Also, the cost of living in Southampton is relatively less than other cities and it has all the required amenities.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): If you have around 3 to 5 years of prior experience, then it's relatively easy to get a job with a Skilled Worker visa. Once you complete 5 years on that, you can get permanent residency. However, I am not planning to settle in the UK and have different priorities.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 850

Prepping time for classes3 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 52000

Reviewed on 25 May 2025Read more

Veydant Dixit Verified Icon

BSc Marketing - Batch of 2027

Offered by University of Southampton

2.7

Great environment, but course experience varies.

Tips: The transition was mostly smooth, with a few initial hurdles and a slight cultural shift. I received a small automatic scholarship from the university upon applying. While I enjoy the country and environment, my satisfaction with the university and course depends on the specific subject - mine hasn't fully met expectations yet.

Likes (Public transportation): While the campus is very well connected to the rest of the city by frequent buses and trains, the cost can be quite high for students. A daily bus pass is around 35, and an annual pass can go up to 3400, which may not be affordable for everyone. Despite the cost, the convenience and reliability of public transport make it easy to navigate the city and access essential areas like shopping centres, train stations, and student accommodation.

Dislikes (Student Life): Although the university offers a vibrant and diverse range of events and clubs, it can sometimes feel overwhelming due to the sheer volume of activities- many of which require paid entry. My typical day involves attending lectures, which can be routine, but I enjoy unwinding at the sports complex, especially at the gym or on the badminton court. The campus hosts frequent cultural, social, and networking events, and while I do participate occasionally, I prefer to be selective. With over 200 student societies- from photography and entrepreneurship to badminton- there is something for everyone, though some clubs can be quite capital-intensive.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 50

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 32000

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2025Read more

Siddharth Raut Verified Icon

MSc Software Engineering - Batch of 2023

Offered by University of Southampton

4.3

University of Southampton is a great university with highly qualified faculty.

Tips: The transition was smoother than expected. A suggestion is to try to decide your flatmates before you come here, living with friends will help with homesickness and overall, a better life abroad. There was no scholarship for the ECS Department at the University of Southampton. I did, however, complete two part-time paid technical internships that helped me with my cost of living. The course was decent; I expected a bit more from it, but overall, the facilities provided were very good. And thanks to the less demanding course, I could complete two internships during the second and third semesters. I personally love living and working in the UK.

Likes (Internships): The ECS department at University of Southampton has an active Placement Office and cell that sends out at least two emails per day, often for new roles or jobs. The officer also hosts talks with various companies, such as giants like Apple and Google as well as niche markets such as McLaren and Alpine. There are also some offers from small-scale companies. The University of Southampton Internship Portals has a lot of internship offers. I applied for and completed an internship there, but then I also got another internship from a company that a placement officer sent. For me, internships went great, and I'm not the only one – some of my friends got internships through this portal, too.

Dislikes (Value for money): The course was all theory, and especially for subjects like Web and mobile application development, we expected some hands-on lab sessions in our curriculum, which was unfortunately not possible. The ECS department at University of Southampton does not provide any scholarships, so the fee that I paid which is 28,000 GBP was somewhat on the higher end than what the course offered.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 900

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30000

Reviewed on 22 May 2025Read more

Anonymous

MSc Internet of Things - Batch of 2025

Offered by University of Southampton

3.4

Know what you want to achieve and do your own research.

Tips: Vegetarians/Vegans may have a hard time after coming here initially. Once they figure out the food they want, it gets better. People who don't like partying and drinking may have to go out and put some effort into finding the people who vibe with them, as partying and drinking culture is dominant here. The course is okay, the university is good, and the country is good during summers, but in winters, it can get depressing due to the bad weather.

Likes (Public transportation): The university has its own buses that are well-connected with the entire city. The frequency is good as well. The bus transport may be a bit costly, depending on your frequency of travel. However, there are cycle and electric scooters freely available around the city; simply download the app and use them. They are much more affordable than the bus.

Dislikes (Value for money): The tuition fee for my course isn't justified from my perspective. I had some prior working knowledge of my field, and I expected to upskill myself. However, I didn't get to learn much from the course itself. For M.Sc. for semester 1, there are just 2/2.5 months of teaching before the Christmas vacation arrives, post which you have your exams. Then the same for semester 2, 2/2.5 months of teaching, then vacation, and then exams. After that, you have to work only on your final project, no college after your 2nd semester. One can learn so much more by opting for hands-on courses in your own country than paying so much more and not getting the quality in return. Generally, people who are suffering here will still post all good things on social media, which misleads those students who are deciding whether they should come to the UK for higher education. Do your own research and then decide. The only thing that is the MVP here is the value of the degree from here, since this university has a good international rating.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1400

Prepping time for classes4 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 22 May 2025Read more

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MSc Economics
at
Southampton University
Highlights

This 1 year master's will prepare students for a career as an economist, or to continue their research studies and is an Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) recognised training programme.
Study macro and microeconomics to evaluate economic policy and problems on this MSc Economics at Southampton. Gain in-depth knowledge of the concepts, tools and methods used in modern economics.
Learn about the economic frameworks and processes that underpin global financial systems. Discover their role in solving a range of economic problems.
Students can study the impact economics can have on a range of sectors from labour and industry to finance and trade.