Description de la formation

The primary objectives of the various modules of the MScE are to introduce, to analyze and to apply state-of-the-art methods in economic and econometric research. It thus offers foundations in economic analysis and its applications which are key towards making real analytical and managerial contributions in both public and private sector positions, or in the world of academic research.

Proposed mentions

• Data Science
• Development Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Macroeconomic Policy
• Microeconomic Policy
• Quantitative Economics
• Public Economics

Possible specialisation

• Behaviour, Economics and Evolution

Organisation des études

The master program spans two years, comprising four semesters.The first three semesters offer a collection of compulsory and elective courses which can lead to one specialization in Behaviour, Economics and Evolution representing 30 ECTS credits. The last semester is entirely dedicated to the work on the Master’s thesis.

During the first semester (30 ECTS), a series of foundation courses are offered, reviewing key economic concepts at a level that continues from a third-year undergraduate course in economics.

In the second and third semester (60 ECTS), courses in advanced theory are offered, that build on the knowledge gained during the first semester and cover the main areas of modern economics. These courses provide students with the key analytical and quantitative tools required to carry out their own research.

In the fourth semester (30 ECTS), the students demonstrate their analytical and quantitative skills in the context of their Master’s thesis. This thesis covers a subject of their choice and provides an economic analysis of that topic. Students can also write their thesis in the context of an internship in a private or public sector organization. Students in the BEE specialization write a thesis that is co-supervised by one professor from the department of economics, and one professor from the school of biology.

For more informations, see the study plan.

The master's degree represents the second university degree after the bachelor's degree and is generally equivalent to the acquisition of 90-120 ECTS credits.

1 ECTS credit corresponds to approximately 25-30 hours of work.