Learn about the theories and techniques of estimation and hypothesis in approaching problems in economic practice. Acquire the skills to interpret output of statistical analyses, for drawing conclusions and for diagnostic purposes.

Learn how to explain and apply different econometric models to real data and interpret the estimation results. Do the basic assumptions hold? If not, what are the consequences and can you apply an alternative estimation technique?

Learn how to apply mathematical techniques to microeconomic optimisation problems and give an economic interpretation of the results.

Focus on the thorough quantitative analysis of the foundations of microeconomic theory. How is value determined in a competitive economy? Study how consumer and producer behaviour can be analysed, and how to derive market outcomes and their welfare properties.

Study economic behaviour at the aggregate level and try to explain phenomena such as economic growth, unemployment and inflation. Deal with the design of monetary and fiscal policies that may improve the working of the economy.

Game theory is about strategically interdependent decision-making. It offers several concepts and insights for making better strategic decisions. Learn how a game should be formulated and analyse strategic interactions.

Mathematics 1 provides the basis for the mathematical models you will encounter as an economist. We start from the basis where you identify economic problems that require application of mathematical techniques as part of the solution and interpret the conclusions properly. The tools you will learn to use range from basic arithmetic techniques and summation formulas to limits, inverse function, differentiation and (for an economist crucial) optimisation.

• Academic Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as law, public policy, or a programme with a minor in Economics.
• Knowledge of mathematics, statistics and economics at a level comparable to the following courses:
  • Principles of Economics or both Microeconomics 1 and Macroeconomics 1
  • Mathematics 1 for Economics
• GPA selection minimum of 7.0 (with a GPA lower than 7.0, you need excellent grades on the courses mentioned above).
• Mathematics VWO Wiskunde A or B with a grade of 6 or higher. Note that the mathematics requirement must be fulfilled on or before the application deadline.

The application deadline is 1 June 2023.

Students with an EU academic degree + EU nationality:

• Academic Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as law, public policy, or a programme with a minor in Economics.
• Knowledge of mathematics, statistics and economics at a level comparable to the following courses (It is required to upload course descriptions of these courses in your online application):
  • Principles of Economics or both Microeconomics 1 and Macroeconomics 1
  • Mathematics 1 for Economics
• GPA selection minimum of 7.0. If your GPA is lower than 7.0, you need to hand in a GRE test score minimum of 155 for the Quantitative Reasoning section (please take your GRE test before the application deadline).
• We require evidence of English language proficiency. In some cases, you might be exempted from the English test requirement. If not, please take your English test before the application deadline.
  • TOEFL IBT: a minimum of 92 points overall and a minimum of 22 points for each sub-score (TOEFL institution code: 9011).
  • IELTS (Academic test): a minimum of 6.5 overall and a minimum of 6.0 for each sub-score. The IELTS indicator test is not allowed.
  • Cambridge Assessment English
    • Certificate in Advanced English: 180 points overall and in each skill or
    • Certificate of Proficiency in English: 180 points overall and in each skill.

The application deadline is 1 May 2023.

Students with a non-EU degree + non-EU nationality

If you are a student with a non-EU nationality, you may consider applying for a Master’s-qualifying programme at the Cambridge Education Group.

We do not have a pre-Master’s programme available for students with previous education from a Dutch University of Applied Science (HBO). You can apply for our BSc Economics and Business Economics.

The application deadline for the September 2023 intake: 

Register in Studielink – Select the programme: Economics and Business Economics - pre-Master's programme. After that choose 'Business Economics' or 'Economics'.

Submit your application in Embark - You will need to provide the following documents:

• Certified copy of your transcript of your university grades
• Certified copy of your university diploma (if you have already graduated)
• Course descriptions of relevant courses
• Calculation of your GPA (Dutch degree students) (this form is provided in the application) 
• GRE test result (EU degree students)
• English test results (EU degree students)
• CV