Economics (with a placement year) BSc (Hons)

Our 4-year BSc (Hons) in Economics will give you the skills you need for a career in the financial sector, or to pursue a managerial career.<br/><br/>You’ll develop a strong working knowledge of:<br/><br/>*Microeconomics and macroeconomics<br/>*Qualitative and mathematical research methods<br/>*Financial markets and banking<br/>*Economic trends, institutions and policies – both national and international<br/><br/>You’ll study core Economics modules and choose optional modules from other complementary subject disciplines within the School of Management, ensuring you emerge as a well-rounded, commercially aware professional.<br/><br/>The programme focuses on the application of theory to real-world commercial situations. It is also oriented towards research-led teaching from academic staff with research interests in fields such as:<br/><br/>*International trade<br/>*European economic integration<br/>*Dynamic macroeconomics and international finance<br/>*Financial economics<br/>*Emerging markets and transitional economics<br/><br/>A placement year, taken in year three of the programme, enables you to develop your skills and professional confidence and boost your employability on graduation.<br/><br/>Youll have a wide range of career opportunities open to you on graduation, in both the public and private sectors, along with the foundations for further study in finance, economics and business management.<br/><br/>**Professional accreditation**<br/>We are proud to be in an elite group of business schools to hold the triple accreditations of Equis, AMBA and AACSB, often referred to as the Triple Crown.<br/><br/>**Placements**<br/>We provide access to high-quality internship opportunities at a variety of employers.<br/><br/>Our students are highly successful in securing both summer and year-long internships and placements with Government Economic Service placement scheme (e.g. the Treasury, Department for Work and Pensions, Department of Health, Office for National Statistics) and a range of private sector companies involved in marketing, finance and the voluntary sector.