Master of Economics (Coursework)
Arts and Social Sciences 
Economics 
econ-me@nus.edu.sg
National University of Singapore, AS2, Level 6, 1 Arts Link, Singapore 117570
Masters
Economics
- The Department of Economics offers a Master of Economics coursework programme with two tracks, the career-oriented Applied Economics track and the academic-oriented Quantitative Economics track.
- Applied Economics Track
The career-oriented Applied Economics track is for individuals who wish to become professional economists or economic consultants in business, non-profit, or government organizations. Students who successfully complete this course will be able to apply their economic expertise to a wide range of challenging situations facing firms, policymakers, and other stakeholders. Click here for curriculum information. - Quantitative Economics Track
The academic-focused Quantitative Economics track is for students who wish to acquire a deeper knowledge of advanced economic theory and analytical and quantitative methods. It prepares students for doctoral studies in economics and careers that require more rigorous training in advanced economic theory and quantitative skills. Click here for curriculum information.
Faculty
Arts and Social SciencesEconomicsecon-me@nus.edu.sgNational University of Singapore, AS2, Level 6, 1 Arts Link, Singapore 117570 The NUS Department of Economics has an established reputation as one of the largest and leading economics departments in Asia. With more than 50 faculty members, our research contributions span all the major fields of economics and have an international impact on the discipline. We also aim to contribute to public policy discussion in Singapore through our research in applied fields and through our outreach activities.
Scholarships
ME ScholarshipThe ADB-Japan Scholarship Program
Commitment and Candidature
| Commitment | Average Candidature | Maximum Candidature |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | 1.5 Year | 3 Years |
| Part Time | 2.5 Years | 4 Years |
Target Audience
- The career-oriented Applied Economics track is for individuals who wish to become professional economists or economic consultants in business, non-profit, or government organizations. Students who successfully complete this course will be able to apply their economic expertise to a wide range of challenging situations facing firms, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
- The academic-focused Quantitative Economics track is for students who wish to acquire a deeper knowledge of advanced economic theory and analytical and quantitative methods. It prepares students for doctoral studies in economics and careers that require more rigorous training in advanced economic theory and quantitative skills.
General Admission Criteria
| Criteria | Minimum Score | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA | An NUS Honours degree (Merit/Second Class and above) or equivalent (e.g., a four-year Bachelors degree with at least an average grade of B or equivalent) in the subject or related field; or A good Bachelors degree (at least an average grade of B or equivalent) in the subject or related field and successful completion of a placement test; or exceptionally, Other qualifications and experience subject to approval by the Graduate Studies Division, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. | ||
| English Proficiency Tests | TOEFL Internet-based | 85 / 120 | |
| IELTS | 6 / 9 | ||
Please refer to the Faculty’s website here for the complete admission requirements and here for a list of supporting documents required.
Application Periods and Intakes
| Category | Application Window | Application Result Released | |
|---|---|---|---|
Semester 1 Intake (August) | All students of any nationalities | Application Opens: July 1 2024 Application Closes: January 15 2025 | Late May in the same year as the intake |
How to Apply?