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The University of Oxford is a global leader in the field of economics. We are one of the largest groups of academic economists in the world and regularly rank as the UK's top economics department. Our researchers inform and improve economic and public policy around the world and are dedicated to training the next generation of economic leaders.
Our aim is to create a dynamic and supportive academic environment that fosters groundbreaking economic research, has a lasting impact on economic policy, and inspires the next generation of researchers and leaders. Johannes Abeler, Head of Department
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Mark Carney, Department of Economics Alumnus, Named Prime Minister-Designate of Canada
Mark Carney, Department of Economics Alumnus, Named Prime Minister-Designate of Canada
11 March 2025
Oxford University study explores intergenerational mobility across 15 nations
Oxford University study explores intergenerational mobility across 15 nations
17 February 2025
Oxford Economics Ranked 2nd in the World in 2025 Times Higher Education Rankings
Oxford Economics Ranked 2nd in the World in 2025 Times Higher Education Rankings
30 January 2025
Oxford Researcher Wins Prestigious Award for Work on Nature-Based Climate Solutions
Oxford Researcher Wins Prestigious Award for Work on Nature-Based Climate Solutions
14 January 2025
Margaret Meyer Elected Vice-President of the European Economic Association
Margaret Meyer Elected Vice-President of the European Economic Association
20 November 2024
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Fundamentals of Graduate Economics and Finance: In Person
Fundamentals of Graduate Economics and Finance: In Person
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Dull Disasters: Disaster preparedness and planning using insurance-based finance
Dull Disasters: Disaster preparedness and planning using insurance-based finance
A fresh look at analysing the impact of transport investment
A fresh look at analysing the impact of transport investment
Anonymity or Distance? Job Search and Labour Market Exclusion in a Growing African City
Anonymity or Distance? Job Search and Labour Market Exclusion in a Growing African City
Simon Quinn, 1 June 2020
BUILDING STRONGER ECONOMIES IN RESOURCE RICH COUNTRIES