Graduate Diploma in Economics (University of London)

• A *first degree completed in a minimum of three years on a full-time basis (or equivalent) from a university or other institution acceptable to the University of London

University of London graduates from the same range of degrees under the academic direction of LSE may be considered for the Graduate Diploma on a case to case basis.

Notes:

 Although it is not a formal requirement, students are advised to select the management based course option as opposed to the mathematical based if you do not come from a strong quantitative background.

* An acceptable quantitative degree / award title includes Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, Medicine, Physics, Psychology, Quantitative Management, Quantitative Finance, Social Sciences with Quantitative Methods or Statistics.

Equivalent International Qualifications

For information on international qualifications, refer to SIM’s International Student Prospectus.

English Language Requirements

• You must have a minimum Grade C6 and above in GCE 'O' Level English language examinations or an equivalent qualification to apply to the University of London.

Mathematics Requirements

• 2 satisfactory mathematical subjects** done at degree level (or its equivalent)

 Notes:  

** Satisfactory mathematical subjects include: Algebra, Algorithms, Business Mathematics, Business Statistics, Calculus, Computer Mathematics, Differentials, Engineering Mathematics, Geometry, Mathematics, Quantitative Methods, Quantitative Techniques, Statistics or Trigonometry.

This programme is designed for students looking for an additional skillset or qualification in economics or a foundation for further postgraduate study, either locally or overseas.

Structure

• Blended lectures, group discussions, workshops and online study.
• Duration of each lesson is 3 hours.
• Students will attend classes with those pursuing a Bachelor’s programme at SIM campus.
• Classes are taught by local faculty, supplemented by webinars by the London School of Economics on the Virtual Learning Environment.
• Academic materials include Virtual Learning Environment, SIMConnect portal, subject guides, past exam papers and exam commentaries, reading lists and handbooks on good study strategies.
• Learning support include intensive revision, classes on study skills, academic writing and the Peer-Assisted Learning sessions.
• Full time classes are held in three-hour blocks between Monday and Friday, starting at 8.30am, 12pm, or 3.30pm. There are occasional classes on weeknights at 7pm and weekends.
• Average teacher-student ratio: 1:79
• Minimum class size to commence is 25 students. Students will be informed within 30 days after the application period.

Assessment & Attendance

• Assessment by the University is made up of examinations and coursework (for selected modules).  
• Attendance and Coursework are part of the University's requirements to sit for the examinations every May/June. SIM students may take resits in the Oct/Nov sitting.
• Students may have a maximum of 3 attempts for each paper prior to classification.
• Key dates:
• • SIM Preliminary Exams: Feb 2024
  • University Exams: May – Jun 2024
  • Results released: Mid-Aug 2024
• Attendance requirement
• • Local: 75%
  • International (Dependent Pass holders/ Long-term Visit Pass holders): 90%

Modules

The programme is made up of 4 full modules. There are no prerequisites or exemptions for each module.

Compulsory modules

• EC2020 Elements of econometrics
• EC2065 Macroeconomics
• EC2066 Microeconomics

AND

One 300 module with the prefix EC chosen from selection group E

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