The MSc in Economics and Environment programme combines environmental concerns with development economics and political economy.<br>It draws on the specific strengths of SOAS, namely expertise in development economics, multi-disciplinary environmental focus, and area specialisations in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. This programme provides a unique specialisation in one of the most rapidly developing areas of economics.<br>The effects of development on the environment and access to resources is one of the most challenging fields that has grown over the past decades and is now one of the key areas of study. At SOAS, we understand the environment in a broad sense and the scope of courses offered includes various areas such as natural resources, agriculture, economic development, finance, and regionally - specialised courses.<br>All students are required to complete the compulsory preliminary course in Mathematics and Statistics to begin studying on this programme. <br>Students on this programme can apply for a dissertation co-supervised with key international organisations, such as the International Trade Centre (ITC), the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the World Bank.