If you want to ask whether public policies work—and for whom—this course makes those questions central.
Offered by Barcelona School of Economics.
Course essentials
- Institution
- Barcelona School of Economics (BSE)
- Country
- Spain
- Subject
- Economics
- Study level
- Master's degree
- Teaching language
- English
- Study format
- On campus
- Campus
- Bellaterra (UAB) and Ciutadella (UPF), Barcelona area, Spain
- Duration
- 1 year full-time
- Credits
- 60 ECTS
- Tuition
- The programme displays a student fee of €18,500 alongside 2027–28 intake information. Confirm the amount in your offer; any tuition funding is competitive.
- Intake
- September 2027. The official page lists 15 January 2027 as the application deadline.
Information reviewed: 2026-10-27
Learning and practical experience
Study develops empirical policy-evaluation tools alongside economic theory. Students encounter perspectives beyond economics and complete an independent project on a chosen policy topic.
Choosing your direction
It may suit future policy analysts or students considering further study in economics or public policy. The project gives you a chance to explore a question that matters to you with structured evidence.
Applying and planning your budget
Applicants need a qualifying degree, strong quantitative preparation, references and a statement of purpose. The listed English thresholds include IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90. Read the current admissions details for accepted evidence.
The programme displays a student fee of €18,500 alongside 2027–28 intake information. Confirm the amount in your offer; any tuition funding is competitive.
Our Spain study guide helps with accommodation and other practical preparations.
Sources: official programme page. Reviewed 27 October 2026.