Economics and Politics BSc (Hons)

**Want to study some of the most challenging, controversial and real-world issues facing governments, business and the wider society today?**<br/><br/>**Course description**<br/><br/>Studying BSc (Hons) Economics and Politics at Aston University will equip you with a profound understanding of economics, global politics and where they intersect, fostering critical thinking and practical skills.<br/><br/>You will gain a strong foundation in economic concepts, theories and principles. You will explore political topics going beyond the UK and Europe, covering Africa, Asia and North America. You will gain a profound understanding of a wide range of political and economic issues, and equip yourself with a range of tools needed to solve complex economic problems, and develop research and analytical skills, providing you with a portfolio of highly relevant, adaptable skills that are transferable across whatever career path you choose. By becoming a hybrid professional who can navigate the domains of economics and politics, our programme is your gateway to a dynamic and rewarding career.<br/><br/>You will be taught by research-active staff who are experts in their respective fields and who constantly update their teaching based on the newest research findings.<br/><br/>The integrated placement year will bridge the gap between theory and practice, and provide you with invaluable real-world experiences in the UK or abroad, equipping you with the skills and insights you need for a range of professional roles within business, government or advocacy.<br/><br/>**Key benefits**<br/><br/><br/>- **Recognised for quality** – Aston Business School is proud to be among 1% of business schools worldwide with triple accreditation<br/><br/><br/>- **Gold standard teaching** – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023) <br/><br/><br/>- **Safe in our hands** – Politics at Aston University was ranked 5th in the UK for ‘graduate prospects – on track’ (Complete University Guide, 2023).<br/><br/><br/>- **Earn more** – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £36,100 five years after graduating (Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2023)<br/><br/><br/>- **Experiential learning** – Experience learning by doing with innovative modules like the award-winning EuroSim module<br/><br/><br/>- **Our academics are clear** – 96% of students felt that teaching staff were good or very good at explaining things (Economics and Politics programmes; National Student Survey, 2023)<br/><br/><br/>**Course details**<br/><br/>**Modules**<br/>For more information on this course and a full list of modules, visit the course page: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/economics-and-politics-bsc<br/><br/>**Assessment method**<br/>For more information on the methods of assessment on this course, visit the course page: https://www.aston.ac.uk/study/courses/economics-and-politics-bsc