Politics, Economics and Global Development Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Why BA Politics, Economics and Global Development at UEA?

Tackle today’s biggest global challenges, including inequality, climate change and conflict, with this innovative new degree: BA Politics, Economics and Development. Designed for ambitious students with an eye on impact, it combines rigorous academic training with practical, career-ready skills.

Why choose UEA

* Interdisciplinary training: Equip yourself with the interdisciplinary tools from politics and economics to understand how power, markets and institutions shape people’s lives

* Highly topical: Study how governments make decisions, why some countries develop faster than others and the basis for fairer and more sustainable societies

* Real world analysis: Gain hands-on experience analysing real data and evaluating policies used by governments and international organisations

What is Politics, Economics and Global Development?

Politics, Economics and Global Development is a new interdisciplinary degree designed to give you the flexibility to shape your studies around your interests and career goals. You can specialise in areas including public policy and governance, economic growth and inequality, global development and sustainability. 

Working alongside research-active lecturers, you'll explore contemporary case studies from across the world, from North America to Africa. Through policy briefs, simulations, research projects and independent study, you'll turn complex ideas and evidence into clear, persuasive arguments.

Based in UEA’s prestigious School of Global Development, ranked first in the UK for Development Studies (THE REF 2021), this degree places you at the heart of excellence in global scholarship.

With a strong focus on employability, graduates develop highly transferable skills in research, data analysis, critical thinking and professional communication.

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