Economics BSc (Hons)

<strong>About the course</strong><br/><br/>BSc Economics examines how individuals, organisations and governments make decisions about resources in a changing global economy. You’ll explore economic theory alongside real world applications, developing an understanding of how economic ideas inform policy, business strategy and social outcomes.<br/><br/>This course is designed for students who want to understand economic systems and develop analytical skills that can be applied across a wide range of sectors, including business, finance, public policy and further academic study.<br/><br/><strong>Why this course</strong> <br/><br/>• 1st in London for student satisfaction in Economics (National Student Survey 2024)<br/>• Ranked in the top 15% universities in the world (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024)<br/>• Top 3 modern university in London (Complete University Guide 2025)<br/><br/><strong>What you’ll study</strong><br/><br/>You’ll build a solid foundation in economics, while gaining professional skills valued across business, finance and public sectors, including economic analysis, data interpretation, quantitative reasoning, problem solving and professional communication.<br/><br/>Modules offered can vary each year but may include:<br/><br/>• Microeconomics<br/><br/>• Macroeconomics<br/><br/>• Applied Economics<br/><br/>• International Economics<br/><br/>• Econometrics<br/><br/><strong>How you’ll learn</strong><br/><br/>• Teaching through lectures, seminars and workshops that combine economic theory with applied analysis<br/><br/>• Assessment through coursework, exams, data analysis tasks, presentations and research projects<br/><br/>• Academic support through personal tutors, skills development sessions and small group teaching<br/><br/>You’ll also have access to digital learning resources that support independent study and assessment preparation.<br/><br/><strong>Future opportunities</strong><br/><br/>This course prepares you for careers that require strong analytical and problem solving skills, as well as an understanding of economic principles and data. You’ll be equipped to work in a range of organisational and policy contexts.<br/><br/>Example career areas include:<br/><br/>• Economics and data analysis roles<br/><br/>• Finance, banking and investment<br/><br/>• Business and management consultancy<br/><br/>• Public policy and government roles<br/><br/>• Research and further academic study<br/><br/>The transferable skills developed on this course also support progression into postgraduate study or professional qualifications.<br/><br/><strong>Facilities</strong><br/><br/>You’ll study in learning environments designed to support applied economic learning and data analysis.<br/><br/>• Teaching rooms equipped for interactive seminars and group work<br/><br/>• Computer labs with access to statistical and data analysis software<br/><br/>• Online academic journals, databases and economic research resources<br/><br/>These facilities support your academic development and help you apply economics knowledge with confidence.