Economics

Description The MSc in Economics is a two-year degree programme of 120 ECTS. This programme is intended to equip you with the main tools of the professional economist, whether you intend to work in government, finance and banking, international organisations or private sector firms such as economic consultancies. The programme consists of a number of constituent and optional courses. The mandatory courses ensure that you get a solid theoretical and methodological foundation, while you with the electives have the opportunity to pursue your areas of interest. The teaching is mainly organised as lectures and lessons where you get practical assignments. In addition, individual supervision will be given. The programme is concluded with your thesis. Programme structure . Career Opportunities The MSc in Economics offers opportunities for employment within a very broad professional spectrum. Thus, the programme is targeted towards employment in both the public and private sectors, including businesses and trade organisations. Recent employment studies have shown that employment in ministries, teaching and research institutions, and with local authorities is common, as is employment in the private sector, e.g. as consultants and in banks. Graduates also find employment in international organisations such as the European Union, OECD, the UN, etc. where economic expertise is in high demand. Finally, the MSc in Economics can be the starting point for a career in research, e.g. as a Ph.D. student. Admission The admission requirement for the M.Sc. in Economics (cand.oecon.) is the Danish three-year BSc in Economics, BSc in Economics and Business Administration (HA) or BSc in Mathematics and Economy. Applicants with other relevant backgrounds can also apply. The applications will be evaluated on an individual basis. If your degree does not fulfil the entry requirements, the study board will decide whether you can follow one or more supplementary courses. In addition, you have to document your English language qualifications. Read more about English language requirements. To find out whether the level of your foreign certificate or diploma satisfies the general entry requirements, you should contact the University of Southern Denmark directly. A list of the most commonly recognized exams and diplomas can be found at the Danish Agency for Higher Education http://ufm.dk/en/recognition . Entry requirements . Tuition Fees No tuition fees for EU/EEA/Swiss students. There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students who hold a citizenship from outside of EU/EAA/Switzerland. SDU offers 75 scholarships yearly. For information regarding scholarships: https://www.sdu.dk/en/uddannelse/tuition/scholarships 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€1,370 a month in Odense, rent included

€16,440

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)

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.

Prepare for and book LanguageCert Academic with SIT Connect

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

The central catalogue records this programme as accredited.