Economics and Politics BA (Hons)

Explore the relationship between economic and political aspects of the modern world in this dual honours degree.<br/><br/><strong>Explore the relationship between economics and politics, how it shapes policy decisions, and informs our daily life.</strong><br/><br/>You’ll analyse political ideas, institutions and practices, developing the quantitative and analytical skills essential for economists.<br/><br/>After a first year spent primarily on mathematics, micro- and macroeconomic analysis, your second year will see you create your own mix of core and optional modules in both economics and politics.<br/><br/>With the option to complete year-long work placement after your second year, you’ll achieve a balanced understanding of both disciplines as you move into your third year.<br/><br/>Your final year includes a project or dissertation in politics, and you can apply your economic skills to a number of short projects exploring contemporary issues and themes, in the Economics in Action module.<br/><br/><strong>Why study this course?</strong><br/>- <strong>Placement opportunities</strong> - this degree comes with the chance to do a year-long, paid work placement, starting after your second year, with an employer in the UK.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Research-informed teaching</strong> - you’ll be taught by political experts and economists whose modules are informed by their latest research.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Variety, choice and flexibility</strong> - rooted in core economic theory and analysis, with options to broaden the scope of the degree according to your interests.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Excellent career prospects</strong> - 93.8% of economics students who graduated in 2020 were in employment or further study 15 months after leaving university (2020-21 Graduate Outcomes Survey, UK undergraduates).<br/>