Program overview
Regional economics is a branch of applied economics that studies economic growth, industrial structure, resource allocation, and interactions between different regions. Simply put, it analyzes why some areas are rich and others poor, and how policies and planning can make development more balanced. Core courses include regional economic theory, urban economics, spatial economics, industrial layout, regional policy analysis, and more. If you're interested in geography, economics, and public policy, and enjoy using data and analysis to solve real-world problems, this major is a great fit. Chinese universities have a strong practical orientation in this field, studying real cases like the Yangtze River Delta integration, Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, and Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei coordinated development. Many professors directly participate in government planning projects, giving you exposure to cutting-edge regional development issues. Additionally, you'll learn to use GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and econometric tools to simulate regional economic changes—skills that are highly sought after in the job market.