Master’s Degree in Economic and Social Sciences

Master’s Degree in Economic and Social Sciences at Université PSL

The Master’s Degree in Economic and Social Sciences at Université PSL is an interdisciplinary graduate program offered in Paris, France, through a collaboration between Dauphine–PSL, MINES Paris–PSL, and the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS). Taught in French and English, the program combines economics, sociology, management, and other social science disciplines to examine contemporary economic systems, public policies, institutions, and organizations. Through a research-oriented, learning-by-doing approach, students develop advanced analytical skills and a multidisciplinary understanding of economic and social challenges. The program is affiliated with PSL’s Graduate Program in Social Sciences and doctoral training in Social Sciences (PSL–EHESS).

Curriculum, Research Training, and Career Opportunities

The program offers a single specialization, Economics and Societies, across Master Year 1 and Master Year 2. Students receive advanced training in economic and social theory, quantitative and qualitative research methods, statistics, digital methodologies, and data science. The curriculum emphasizes critical analysis of academic research, interdisciplinary discussions, practical research activities, and original empirical studies supported by research dissertations. Students also benefit from research seminars, academic supervision, and opportunities to engage with international research networks. Applicants must hold a relevant undergraduate qualification for Master Year 1 or an equivalent first-year master’s qualification for Master Year 2, demonstrate appropriate economics and research-methodology knowledge, and possess sufficient proficiency in both French and English. Admission involves an assessment of academic qualifications and a three-to-five-page research proposal, followed by an interview for eligible candidates. The program primarily prepares graduates for doctoral studies and research careers in universities and research institutions.