The programme will equip you with a thorough grounding in the theory, concepts, principles and techniques of the core subject areas of the discipline: macroeconomics, microeconomics and quantitative analysis. It aims to provide you with knowledge of the workings of the UK economy and the ability to use that knowledge in a range of contexts.
We will introduce you to the breadth and depth of economic analysis and offer you the opportunity to acquire knowledge and technique across a number of specialised areas. These include industrial economics, economic history, labour econo...
The programme will equip you with a thorough grounding in the theory, concepts, principles and techniques of the core subject areas of the discipline: macroeconomics, microeconomics and quantitative analysis. It aims to provide you with knowledge of the workings of the UK economy and the ability to use that knowledge in a range of contexts.<br/><br/>We will introduce you to the breadth and depth of economic analysis and offer you the opportunity to acquire knowledge and technique across a number of specialised areas. These include industrial economics, economic history, labour economics and international economics.<br/><br/>Economics is a numerate and increasingly mathematical subject and, consistent with other universities, some modules will have a quantitative element while others will be of a highly mathematical nature.<br/><br/>**Distinctive features**<br/><br/>The distinctive features of the Economics Programme include:<br/>- the opportunity to specialise in economic analysis through all three years of study and therefore to build up considerable knowledge and skills in the discipline;<br/><br/><br/>- the intellectual challenge derived from exposure to recent developments in economic theory;<br/><br/><br/>- the development of substantial quantitative and empirical research skills;<br/><br/><br/>- the chance to proceed to postgraduate study in economics at the UK’s premier Universities;<br/><br/><br/>- the possibility of moving into careers in the government economic service and major economic consultancies.<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site - Cardiff
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L114
Institution Code
C15
Points of Entry
Year 1
A levelA,A,B A,B,B UCAS TariffInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 34 34-32 overall or 666-665 in 3 HL subjects. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD DDM Accepted subject: Business. GCSE/National 4/National 5You must have or be working towards English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade C/4 or an equivalent (if you require a Tier 4 visa, you must ensure your language qualification complies with UKVI requirements) and GCSE Maths grade B/6 or equivalent qu Extended ProjectA For applicants taking the EPQ qualification, an A in the EPQ can be recognised to lower the entry requirements by a single grade. For example, an AAB offer would be “AAB from 3 A-levels or ABB from 3 A-levels and a grade A in the EPQ”. Please note that any subject specific requirements must be met. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)The Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in place of one A-level at the A-level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements. T LevelD D in T Level Accounting or Finance. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,000 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £22,700 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |