Economics is key to understanding some of the critical questions facing our world. This course will explore these questions while also examining some of the principles and theories that can help us to answer them. The programme will also put data-driven analysis at the heart of its approach, as emphasised by Contemporary Economics.
In this course you will learn to evaluate a variety of advanced quantitative and econometric techniques, and be able to effectively solve economic problems using data application tools. This includes applying knowledge to a range of specialised a...
Economics is key to understanding some of the critical questions facing our world. This course will explore these questions while also examining some of the principles and theories that can help us to answer them. The programme will also put data-driven analysis at the heart of its approach, as emphasised by Contemporary Economics.<br/><br/>In this course you will learn to evaluate a variety of advanced quantitative and econometric techniques, and be able to effectively solve economic problems using data application tools. This includes applying knowledge to a range of specialised areas within economics using econometric techniques.<br/><br/>You will have an opportunity to build real skills for future employability. This includes state of the art knowledge in digital software and applications, as well as core skills in writing, presenting and teamwork.<br/><br/>You will study a range of areas, including Applied Microeconomics, Data Management and Visualisation and Digital Economics and Artificial Intelligence which are all taught by leading experts in their fields.<br/><br/>Your study will be supported by our modern facilities including our Trading Room, which will give you a simulated experience on the same information platform used by leading decision-makers in finance, business and government.<br/><br/>**Key features:**<br/><br/><br/>- The Global Financial Markets and Institutions module will help you develop evaluation skills by providing an understanding of the money market, capital market, derivatives markets and foreign exchange market, including the role of financial regulation.<br/><br/><br/>- Our award-winning careers service DMU Works will help you gain employment experience and put your skills and knowledge into practice. Students have gone on to do placements with companies such as the Government Economic Service (GES) and TSB Head Office.<br/><br/><br/>- You will have the chance to do your own research and develop your own ideas under the supervision of our academic community.<br/><br/><br/>- Data analysis is at the heart of this course, allowing you to understand and evaluate economic ideas and policies and their effects on the wider world.<br/><br/><br/>- This course uses a variety of assessment methods including reports, portfolios, presentations, data visualisations, tests, reflective work and exams.<br/><br/><br/>- Our Trading Room will provide you with access to financial information software that is widely used in the industry to make decisions in areas of macro-economic policy-making.<br/><br/><br/>**For further information on the advanced entry options for this course please visit the DMU website:** https://www.dmu.ac.uk/study/pre-edu-2030/economics-bsc/economics-bsc.aspx
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Leicester Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L102
Institution Code
D26
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff112 From a minimum of 2 A-Levels or equivalent Access to HE DiplomaD:0,M:30,P:15 Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM A levelB,B,C |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £16,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |