Economics

Description The stereotype economist is a business person in a black suit, but an MSC in Economics offers you a wide variety of other possibilities as well. The recent financial crisis has made it clear that society is in need of good economists who can find solutions to contemporary problems associated with national debt, unemployment, social benefits and much more. Lose yourself in the fields of mathematics, statistics, microeconomics and macroeconomics and help solve some of the problems that society faces today and in the future. Study economics if you want to deeply understand society and take part in decision making on the macro- and microeconomic levels. Career Opportunities The recent economic crisis has increased the demand for skilled economists enormously. There are infinite career opportunities for an MSc in Economics, such as: Consultant - Work in a private company and find solutions to problems like: “Should we invest in public transport or in highways?” or “How do we get consumers to buy more iPhones?” Government Official - Work within a ministry and work with problems like: “How do we increase trade with China?” or “What can we do to increase the level of investment in green technology?” Politician - Many politicians are economists. The role of a politician is to decide which laws should be implemented to accommodate the proposals from government officials, the public or others. Financial sector - Work in insurance or banking with problems like: “Which asset should we invest in?” or “How do we measure the risk?” Teaching and research - Become a teacher and/or a researcher - teach young prospective economists and contribute to modern Economic Theory. Admission A prerequisite for the MSc in Economics is that you hold a bachelor degree in Economics. Read more about admission requirements You apply directly through the online portal at the University of Copenhagen with all relevant documentation. In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. Read about language requirements of the University of Copenhagen To find out whether the level of your foreign certificate or diploma satisfies the general entry requirements, you should contact the departement of University of Copenhagen who hosts your program directly. A list of the most commonly recognized exams and diplomas can be found at the Danish Agency for Higher Education → http://en.ufm.dk/recognition Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines. Tuition There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students outside EU, EAA, or from Switzerland. Read about tuition fees at the University of Copenhagen . Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition. For Further Information Information from the Danish Agency for Higher Education can be located at http://ufm.dk/en You will find information about the Danish assessment of foreign qualifications in Guide to diploma recognition About the Educational System in general visit the section The Danish Higher Education System

Living costs€1,770 a month in Copenhagen, rent included

€21,240

Living costs from SiT estimate from livingcost.org city data (Nov 2026), converted from USD at the ECB reference rate of 30 Oct 2026 (1 EUR = 1.1172 USD)

Every intake you can still apply for, with its own deadline.

• Fall 2027Apply by Jan 15, 2027Next deadline

Typical requirements in Denmark for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

• A completed qualification that gives access to Master's Degree study.
• Academic transcripts and any programme-specific assessment the institution asks for.
• Your advisor checks the final requirements for your education system and intake.

Confirm the accepted English-language evidence with the institution for the selected intake.

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A typical checklist for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

The central catalogue records this programme as accredited.