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MSc Economics: Behavioural Insights

University of Exeter

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Streatham Campus, Exeter

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

OverviewHuman behaviours underpin every big and small decision we make. Understanding our behaviours and biases is therefore vital if you want to make an impact on the world around us.Our unique MSc Economics: Behavioural Insights equips you with knowledge and skills to holistically tackle real world problems using behavioural economics and empirical methods.Combining both rational economic thinking and behavioural insights, you will learn how to optimally design policies, products, solutions, and interventions for a world prone to human biases.Our very large and diverse team of researchers have previously worked with government, industry, major international organisations, as well as behavioural insight teams around the world.You will have the unique opportunity to develop and propose behavioural economic solutions for real world organisations and receive guidance from expert researchers and practitioners.

Application deadline

16/09/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 25,600per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Exeter

  • University League Table

    11th

  • Campus address

    Streatham Campus, Exeter, Northcote House, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4QJ, United Kingdom

Exeter is a historic cathedral city with UNESCO City of Literature status, and Cornwall has a unique ecology and strong focus on sustainability.
Students will find engaged, inclusive, and safe communities, with plenty of opportunities to make lifelong friends from all over the world.
Regular visits to international schools and education exhibitions, plus airport pick-up and international buddy schemes to help students arrive and settle in.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    8th out of 124 1

    9th out of 76 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    141 67%

    28th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    6th

    7
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    72nd

    11
  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    164 74%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    89.0 89%

    9th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    33rd

    9

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