Economic and Financial Research
Your gateway to a PhD
How does Economic and Financial Research differ from many of the other master’s programmes on offer? Economic and Financial Research is one of two two-year research master’s programmes. The first year will offer you high-level courses in economics, while your second year will allow you to specialise. The content and scope of these courses adheres to the American standard, which will kick-start your successful career in research. It will also enable you to enrol for a PhD in the United States (or an American PhD offered elsewhere) or work internationally.
If you continue to do a PhD, you will receive a salary.
Top research expertise
The courses on offer to you are taught by top researchers in their fields, meaning that they are relevant, up-to-date and at the forefront of today’s research. Many of Maastricht University’s researchers are internationally renowned. Various courses are offered in conjunction with other top universities; guest lecturers are also invited from top international institutions. These learning opportunities mean that you have the chance to interact with the best lecturers and students in the field.
The master's programme in Economic and Financial Research is a 2-year, full-time programme taught entirely in English. Graduates will receive a master's in Economic and Financial Research.
