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    Advanced Studies in Economics

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    Leuven, BEMScIn-person1 year
    €9,494.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    18
    Cohort
    students
    60
    Credits
    €90.00
    App fee

    Advanced Studies in Economics at KU Leuven is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person msc program based in Leuven, BE. Tuition is €9,494.

    About the program

    Advanced program offering deeper knowledge in economic theory through core courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and dynamic methods, electives in specialized fields like environmental economics and industrial organization, and a master's thesis.

    Focus: research
    THE Business and Economics #57 (2025)

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    12 months search year/orientation year (Belgium)

    $14,000.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Advanced Studies in Economics at KU Leuven cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Advanced Studies in Economics at KU Leuven is €9,494 across 60 required credits.
    Is Advanced Studies in Economics at KU Leuven online or in-person?
    Advanced Studies in Economics at KU Leuven is offered in-person.
    How long does Advanced Studies in Economics at KU Leuven take to complete?
    Advanced Studies in Economics at KU Leuven is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What GPA is required for Advanced Studies in Economics at KU Leuven?
    Per the program's published guidance: distinction (cum laude)
    How large is the Advanced Studies in Economics at KU Leuven cohort?
    Advanced Studies in Economics at KU Leuven typically enrolls around 18 students per cohort.