Graduate Diploma in Economics and Social Sciences
Prepare for direct entry to a postgraduate degree in a range of Economics and Social Sciences subjects, from Journalism to International Politics, at City, University of London.
On campus and online study options This program is available to study either on campus or online – giving you the flexibility to choose what’s best for you.
If you start online and are then able to travel to the UK, you’ll be able to transfer to an on-campus program in January or March/April 2022. You’ll need to meet any visa requirements and demonstrate good attendance and performance during your studies online.
If you’re applying for an Online Extended program, you’ll be offered an Online Academic English plus Online or on-campus academic pathway study plan.
Looking for a flexible way to study? Staying on track for university success is easy with our flexible study options.
Course features
- Develop your knowledge and skills through active learning in your chosen subject area.
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students.
- Adapt to studying in the UK with a strong focus on study and research skills.
- Improve your English level and develop the vocabulary for your chosen degree subject.
Your course options
View detailed course content by selecting one of the options below:
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub skills) or equivalent |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of a minimum of three years of higher education with good grades. Previous study in a relevant academic discipline or relevant industry experience may be required for admission to specialised postgraduate courses. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 10 January 2022 | 17 June 2022 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
£11,250 |
| 4 April 2022 | 2 September 2022 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
£11,250 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Whether it’s with a multinational company or a small start-up, MSc International Business Economics is about getting you a job as an economist in the real world.
If you want an in-depth look at complex issues like international financial markets and the European Union then this course is ideal for you, placed as it is in one of the world’s biggest financial centres – London.
The course will develop your knowledge of statistics and quantitative methods as well as of wider economic and business theory. With access to resources from the famous Cass Business School and data from the likes of Bloomberg and Orbis, you'll be perfectly placed to stay on top of emerging economic events.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all postgraduate degrees at City, University of London is highly competitive and students hoping to study at postgraduate level must maintain high standards throughout their Graduate Diploma programme. Whilst grades in the Graduate Diploma programme do not count towards your postgraduate degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the criteria for entry to your chosen postgraduate degree programme at the University. Please see the progression requirements for your intended degree below.
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed to help students build on their successes and meet requirements for entry to postgraduate study. You will be assessed by a combination of:
- an independent research project - a written version and a presentation
- exams
- coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of a minimum of three years of higher education with good grades. Previous study in a relevant academic discipline or relevant industry experience may be required for admission to specialised postgraduate courses. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 20 September 2021 | 17 June 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£16,750 |
| 10 January 2022 | 2 September 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£16,750 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Whether it’s with a multinational company or a small start-up, MSc International Business Economics is about getting you a job as an economist in the real world.
If you want an in-depth look at complex issues like international financial markets and the European Union then this course is ideal for you, placed as it is in one of the world’s biggest financial centres – London.
The course will develop your knowledge of statistics and quantitative methods as well as of wider economic and business theory. With access to resources from the famous Cass Business School and data from the likes of Bloomberg and Orbis, you'll be perfectly placed to stay on top of emerging economic events.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all postgraduate degrees at City, University of London is highly competitive and students hoping to study at postgraduate level must maintain high standards throughout their Graduate Diploma programme. Whilst grades in the Graduate Diploma programme do not count towards your postgraduate degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the criteria for entry to your chosen postgraduate degree programme at the University. Please see the progression requirements for your intended degree below.
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed to help students build on their successes and meet requirements for entry to postgraduate study. You will be assessed by a combination of:
- an independent research project - a written version and a presentation
- exams
- coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub skills) or equivalent |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of a minimum of three years of higher education with good grades. Previous study in a relevant academic discipline or relevant industry experience may be required for admission to specialised postgraduate courses. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 9 January 2023 | 23 June 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 3 April 2023 | 1 September 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Whether it’s with a multinational company or a small start-up, MSc International Business Economics is about getting you a job as an economist in the real world.
If you want an in-depth look at complex issues like international financial markets and the European Union then this course is ideal for you, placed as it is in one of the world’s biggest financial centres – London.
The course will develop your knowledge of statistics and quantitative methods as well as of wider economic and business theory. With access to resources from the famous Cass Business School and data from the likes of Bloomberg and Orbis, you'll be perfectly placed to stay on top of emerging economic events.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all postgraduate degrees at City, University of London is highly competitive and students hoping to study at postgraduate level must maintain high standards throughout their Graduate Diploma programme. Whilst grades in the Graduate Diploma programme do not count towards your postgraduate degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the criteria for entry to your chosen postgraduate degree programme at the University. Please see the progression requirements for your intended degree below.
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed to help students build on their successes and meet requirements for entry to postgraduate study. You will be assessed by a combination of:
- an independent research project - a written version and a presentation
- exams
- coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of a minimum of three years of higher education with good grades. Previous study in a relevant academic discipline or relevant industry experience may be required for admission to specialised postgraduate courses. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 19 September 2022 | 23 June 2023 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 9 January 2023 | 1 September 2023 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Whether it’s with a multinational company or a small start-up, MSc International Business Economics is about getting you a job as an economist in the real world.
If you want an in-depth look at complex issues like international financial markets and the European Union then this course is ideal for you, placed as it is in one of the world’s biggest financial centres – London.
The course will develop your knowledge of statistics and quantitative methods as well as of wider economic and business theory. With access to resources from the famous Cass Business School and data from the likes of Bloomberg and Orbis, you'll be perfectly placed to stay on top of emerging economic events.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all postgraduate degrees at City, University of London is highly competitive and students hoping to study at postgraduate level must maintain high standards throughout their Graduate Diploma programme. Whilst grades in the Graduate Diploma programme do not count towards your postgraduate degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the criteria for entry to your chosen postgraduate degree programme at the University. Please see the progression requirements for your intended degree below.
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed to help students build on their successes and meet requirements for entry to postgraduate study. You will be assessed by a combination of:
- an independent research project - a written version and a presentation
- exams
- coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub skills) or equivalent |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of a minimum of three years of higher education with good grades. Previous study in a relevant academic discipline or relevant industry experience may be required for admission to specialised postgraduate courses. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 10 January 2022 | 17 June 2022 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
£11,250 |
| 4 April 2022 | 2 September 2022 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
£11,250 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Whether it’s with a multinational company or a small start-up, MSc International Business Economics is about getting you a job as an economist in the real world.
If you want an in-depth look at complex issues like international financial markets and the European Union then this course is ideal for you, placed as it is in one of the world’s biggest financial centres – London.
The course will develop your knowledge of statistics and quantitative methods as well as of wider economic and business theory. With access to resources from the famous Cass Business School and data from the likes of Bloomberg and Orbis, you'll be perfectly placed to stay on top of emerging economic events.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all postgraduate degrees at City, University of London is highly competitive and students hoping to study at postgraduate level must maintain high standards throughout their Graduate Diploma programme. Whilst grades in the Graduate Diploma programme do not count towards your postgraduate degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the criteria for entry to your chosen postgraduate degree programme at the University. Please see the progression requirements for your intended degree below.
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed to help students build on their successes and meet requirements for entry to postgraduate study. You will be assessed by a combination of:
- an independent research project - a written version and a presentation
- exams
- coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of a minimum of three years of higher education with good grades. Previous study in a relevant academic discipline or relevant industry experience may be required for admission to specialised postgraduate courses. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 20 September 2021 | 17 June 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£16,750 |
| 10 January 2022 | 2 September 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
£16,750 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Whether it’s with a multinational company or a small start-up, MSc International Business Economics is about getting you a job as an economist in the real world.
If you want an in-depth look at complex issues like international financial markets and the European Union then this course is ideal for you, placed as it is in one of the world’s biggest financial centres – London.
The course will develop your knowledge of statistics and quantitative methods as well as of wider economic and business theory. With access to resources from the famous Cass Business School and data from the likes of Bloomberg and Orbis, you'll be perfectly placed to stay on top of emerging economic events.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all postgraduate degrees at City, University of London is highly competitive and students hoping to study at postgraduate level must maintain high standards throughout their Graduate Diploma programme. Whilst grades in the Graduate Diploma programme do not count towards your postgraduate degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the criteria for entry to your chosen postgraduate degree programme at the University. Please see the progression requirements for your intended degree below.
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed to help students build on their successes and meet requirements for entry to postgraduate study. You will be assessed by a combination of:
- an independent research project - a written version and a presentation
- exams
- coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub skills) or equivalent |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of a minimum of three years of higher education with good grades. Previous study in a relevant academic discipline or relevant industry experience may be required for admission to specialised postgraduate courses. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 9 January 2023 | 23 June 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 3 April 2023 | 1 September 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Whether it’s with a multinational company or a small start-up, MSc International Business Economics is about getting you a job as an economist in the real world.
If you want an in-depth look at complex issues like international financial markets and the European Union then this course is ideal for you, placed as it is in one of the world’s biggest financial centres – London.
The course will develop your knowledge of statistics and quantitative methods as well as of wider economic and business theory. With access to resources from the famous Cass Business School and data from the likes of Bloomberg and Orbis, you'll be perfectly placed to stay on top of emerging economic events.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all postgraduate degrees at City, University of London is highly competitive and students hoping to study at postgraduate level must maintain high standards throughout their Graduate Diploma programme. Whilst grades in the Graduate Diploma programme do not count towards your postgraduate degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the criteria for entry to your chosen postgraduate degree programme at the University. Please see the progression requirements for your intended degree below.
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed to help students build on their successes and meet requirements for entry to postgraduate study. You will be assessed by a combination of:
- an independent research project - a written version and a presentation
- exams
- coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent. |
| Academic requirements: | Completion of a minimum of three years of higher education with good grades. Previous study in a relevant academic discipline or relevant industry experience may be required for admission to specialised postgraduate courses. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO City, University of London, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £4,000 towards your tuition fees.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 19 September 2022 | 23 June 2023 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 9 January 2023 | 1 September 2023 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Course Delivery Method | Multi-Delivery |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Whether it’s with a multinational company or a small start-up, MSc International Business Economics is about getting you a job as an economist in the real world.
If you want an in-depth look at complex issues like international financial markets and the European Union then this course is ideal for you, placed as it is in one of the world’s biggest financial centres – London.
The course will develop your knowledge of statistics and quantitative methods as well as of wider economic and business theory. With access to resources from the famous Cass Business School and data from the likes of Bloomberg and Orbis, you'll be perfectly placed to stay on top of emerging economic events.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all postgraduate degrees at City, University of London is highly competitive and students hoping to study at postgraduate level must maintain high standards throughout their Graduate Diploma programme. Whilst grades in the Graduate Diploma programme do not count towards your postgraduate degree, your performance will be used to determine whether you meet the criteria for entry to your chosen postgraduate degree programme at the University. Please see the progression requirements for your intended degree below.
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed to help students build on their successes and meet requirements for entry to postgraduate study. You will be assessed by a combination of:
- an independent research project - a written version and a presentation
- exams
- coursework which may include written assignments, reports, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.