Economics (master)

Economists make their mark in politics, societal life, and business. If you have such ambitions, this is clearly the study for you. The program is also for those who want a versatile education containing competence and skills that are sought after and recognized in both the private and public sector.

About the Master's Programme in Economics

You will learn from some of Norway’s leading economists and become part of an academic environment at the forefront of economic research.

You will build a strong foundation in core economic disciplines such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics and mathematics, combined with courses based on the research expertise of our academic staff. Topics include: International Economics, Economic Policy, Behavioural Economics, Industry Markets and Competition, Money Credit and Finance, Growth and Development, Resources Energy and Environment.

As a master’s student in economics you will be able to choose from UiO’s wide selection of exchange agreements with Universities across the world. 

The programme admission requires a bachelor's degree in economics or equivalent. 

Read more about the programme structure and the different study options.

The programme admission requires a bachelor's degree in Economics or equivalent. 

Student Life

Economics is known for a good and active study environment, including a student magazine, business contacts, and social event associations. The buddy week at the start of the semester is there to help you settle into the student community. Every autumn, a cabin trip is organized for new students. 

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Internship

The course ECON4032 - Internship i Økonomi gives you the opportunity to combine your studies with work experience at relevant institutions. As an intern, you gain practical experience, expand your professional network, and see how economic theory can be applied in real-world settings. The course is offered every spring and is taught in Norwegian.

"It has been much more educational than any other subject I have taken"

– Bo Fagerli Stoknes

Honours certificate

Are you academically ambitious? It is possible to supplement your master`s degree with an honours certificate worth 20 credits. You take the certificate  concurrently with the master`s programme.

The Sustainable Development Goals relevant to this study program