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Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Spain.
🇪🇸 1–2 years · September/October (main)
Masters in Economics in Spain
A master's in Economics covers micro and macro theory, econometrics and applied fields such as development, finance and policy. Here is how studying it in Spain works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- 3 universities compared
- From ₹16 lakh – ₹20 lakh
- Intakes: September/October (main)
- Post-study work
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Masters in Economics in Spain: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Economics in Spain usually takes 1–2 years. On our list, 3 universities offer it, with total costs from ₹16 lakh – ₹20 lakh (UB Barcelona) to ₹23 lakh – ₹28 lakh (UC3M). After graduating: up to 12 months to look for work or start a business after graduation.
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Masters in Economics in Spain at a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ €1,000 – €4,000 per year at public universities (varies by region); private €6,000 – €25,000
- Living costs
- ≈ €800 – €1,200 per month (Madrid and Barcelona are costliest)
- Typical budget
- ₹10–22 lakh per year
- Intakes
- September/October (main), January/February (selected programs)
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
- Post-study work
- Up to 12 months to look for work or start a business after graduation
Overview
Why study Economics in Spain?
A master's in Economics covers micro and macro theory, econometrics and applied fields such as development, finance and policy.
Spain offers highly ranked business schools for MBA and management, lower public tuition than the UK or Ireland and large international student community and lifestyle.
Universities
Universities for Economics in Spain
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Specialisations
Popular Economics specialisations
Development Economics
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Spain.
Financial Economics
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Spain.
Public Policy
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Spain.
Behavioural Economics
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Spain.
Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: BA/B.Sc in Economics
- Bachelor's: B.Sc in Maths or Statistics
- Bachelor's: B.Tech/B.Com with strong maths
- Prerequisite: Calculus
- Prerequisite: Statistics
- Prerequisite: Intermediate micro and macro economics
- English: IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
Careers
Careers after Economics in Spain
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Spain offers highly ranked business schools for MBA and management. Typical roles afterwards include Economic Analyst, Data / Research Analyst and Policy Analyst.
On our list: UB Barcelona, UPF and UC3M.
From ₹16 lakh – ₹20 lakh at UB Barcelona up to ₹23 lakh – ₹28 lakh, including living and one-time costs.
Most universities accept BA/B.Sc in Economics, b.Sc in Maths or Statistics and b.Tech/B.Com with strong maths, with calculus, statistics and intermediate micro and macro economics, plus IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university.
Up to 12 months to look for work or start a business after graduation. During your studies: part-time work is allowed alongside studies (hour limits apply).
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