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I'm currently an undergrad at the LSE studying Econ and Phil BSc and I am keen on studying the MSc Econ and Phil at LSE. I've spoken to the relevant admissions people, and I believe it's likely that they will accept me. In particular, I think it's more likely that I get accepted here than for pure economics MScs at LSE and other good universities (UCL, Oxbridge). Moreover, I am also interested in pursuing a PHD after my Masters. I'm slightly worried that not doing a pure economics MSc will reduce the chances of getting into a competitive PHD after my Masters. I believe I can compensate with publications since I'm currently co-authoring some game theory papers with my professors, however, I'm not sure this will be enough. On the other hand being at LSE for my MSc will likely mean that it will be easier to get into the MRes & PHD at the LSE since the relevant professors will get to know me. Secondly, if I decide to do my PHD in the United States, it might be less important for me to have a great Masters degree since most applicants will lack masters degrees anyway. Do these last two considerations make sense, or should I consider doing an MSc in Econ at a slightly less good university? ---- Also, I really do enjoy Econ Phil, because it allows me to study Mathematical logic, set theory, computation and some other great fields.

When I am done with my bachelor of science in Economics and Business (major econ obv) in Europe (3 years) i want to apply for masters of arts in economics in UBC/UoT/McGill Canada. As I understand it, I will probably apply for a qualifying year (ex Qualifying Students - Current Students - Student Status & Classification - Grad School ) before I can get accepted to the programme. I have to stay in Canada for one year to keep my permanent residents card so i was thinking that if i would not get accepted for the qualifying year/master i would just study mathmatics for one year and then try my luck again. Mankiw recommends these courses Calculus Linear Algebra Multivariable Calculus Real Analysis Probability Theory Mathematical Statistics Game Theory Differential Equations so i figure i will study and do as many math classes thats required for full time studies. Questions Will the master of arts + the qualifying year be equivalent to a 2 year master of science? How hard will it be to get admission for the above posted math classes in UBC given my situation? Is it considered stupid to study one year of math after your bachelor and then continue with masters? How good are my chances of getting a qualified jobb in industry in Canada(i might do a phd later) after a master of arts in one of the above named schools? I would really appreciate your help