Guidance

FCDO Next Generation Economics competition: writing like an economist

Tips for writing entries for the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office's Next Generation Economics competition.

• From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 19 January 2021
• Last updated: 22 February 2023
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  1. 22 February 2023

     Guidance reviewed and updated for 2023 competition.

  2. 16 November 2021

     Updated for the new 2021 to 2022 competition.

  3. 19 January 2021

     First published.

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Writing like an economist

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Entries for the Next Generation Economics Competition must be concise and evidence-based. Use these tips for writing your letter.

See also:

• FCDO’s Next Generation Economics Competition
  • competition rules and eligibility
  • diversity in economics