Economy, Space and Society

The importance of thinking geographically about the economy has never been more evident. For instance, in relation to the issue of globalization and the rise of China, or the question of fair trade and the politics of consumption, or that of the financialization of western economies. Drawing upon the School of Geography’s research strengths in the field of economic geography this course provides an in-depth exploration of the intersections between economy, space and society. The MSc is aimed at students wishing to gain a deeper theoretical and empirical understanding of contemporary economic landscapes.

The formulation, research, and writing of a dissertation forms an integral part of the course. The list of past dissertation titles provides a sense of the range of interests of students on the Economy, Space and Society MSc. Dissertation topics have included the investment banking industry, gentrification, media representations of business, uneven development, the life and business coaching sector, industrial districts, the zoo as economic space, and consumer finance. Research has not only being undertaken in the UK but also further afield in places such as Bahrain, Tanzania and China.

As well as exploration of theoretical and philosophical developments within economic geography, human geography and the social sciences more generally, the MSc provides training in a range of key research techniques and methods. The course equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to go onto further research and prepares them for careers beyond higher education. Student profiles provide a sense of students’ experience of the course. As well as PhD study graduates of the MSc have gone onto pursue successful careers as consultants, researchers and analysts in a wide range of areas including management consultancy, financial services, and in the public sector.

• Ernst & Young
• Deloitte
• PricewaterhouseCoopers
• Transport for London
• The Chinese Civil Service
• Dubai Department of Economic Development