Master Thesis in Economics I 15 credits
About the course
The course consists of three modules.
Module 1: The basics of essay writing (1 credit)
The course starts with a lecture which covers the basics of thesis writing. It also consists of a seminar where students present their own ideas and participate in constructive discussions on both their own and other students’ thesis ideas.
Module 2: Essay writing (13 credits)
Supported by a supervisor appointed by the department, the student writes the thesis, which in exceptional cases can be written together with another student. The goal of the thesis is for the student to develop skills in formulating research questions, and use economic theory and method to draw reasonable conclusions. An important part of the module is to develop the ability to present one’s results in writing.
Module 3: Seminars (1 credit)
During the seminars at the end of the course every student will present and defend his or her own thesis. In addition, the student should be the main opponent for another student’s thesis and side opponent for another two theses.
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Spring 2026
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Master Thesis in Economics I
Second admissions round for EU/EEA citizens
Spring 2026 / Umeå / English / On site
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Starts24 March 2026
Ends7 June 2026
Number of credits15 credits
Type of studiesOn site
Study pace100%
Teaching hoursDaytime
Study locationUmeå
LanguageEnglish
Application codeUMU-23111
Eligibility 90 credits of which 75 credits in economics including 15 credits bachelor courses (G2F). Additionally, Mathematical Economics I D7 or the equivalent. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6/level 2.SelectionAcademic credits
ApplicationOnline applications are now open. Application deadline is 15 October 2025. Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.
Application and tuition feesAs a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
Application fee: SEK 900
Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 24,150
Total fee: SEK 24,150
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