Master in Economics - Research Focus

2-year program - ECON2MA - 120 credits (Fully taught in English)

This two-year program providing advanced training in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, together with applications to several specific fields. They offer a deep understanding of what economics is today, and - in close connection with internationally well-known research centers - prepare our students to carry out high-level research in economics. Our Research Masters are an ideal pathway to an academic career, as they equip the students with the state-of-the-art tools required to access Doctoral School. Such research skills, however, are also highly valued by (international) institutions and firms looking for experts at the frontier of the profession.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE 

• Core course - 15 credits
• Research Focus - 30 credits
• 2 Options of Specialization - 30 credits
• 1 elective course - 5 credits
• 4 advanced elective courses - 20 credits
• 1 thesis - 20 credits

Note: OVER JURY DECISION, an access to master 120 with credit exemption possibility (60 credits) is possible for the holder of an undergraduate university degree of 4 years (or 240 credits) in Economics : Fast Track (60 credits), see last paragraph hereunder.