Achieve a grounding in economic theory while learning different statistical approaches for the analysis of economic data.
This course is for those who want an understanding of the tools and key theories within economics and mathematics. You'll use these skills to analyse contemporary problems and policy. On this course, you’ll study the core elements of economics, including microeconomic theory, macroeconomic theory and econometrics.
You will develop methodological and statistical tools for the analysis of complex data. Throughout your studies, you will be immersed in a wide variety of quantitative topics. This will enable you to develop and apply your advanced mathematical skills.
In your first year you'll study key concepts in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, and develop your skills in mathematical and statistical theory and applications.
In your second year you'll continue with more advanced study of economic theory, mathematics and statistics. You'll acquire a deep understanding of economic relationships.
In your final year, you'll study topics and techniques in advanced economic theory and mathematics to critique and contribute to current debates. You can tailor your choice of optional units to your personal interests
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to understand the complexities of global economic problems and data, and you will possess advanced quantitative skills and tools to create innovative solutions.
Study in an enriched learning environment
You will explore the diversity of economics, learning directly from academics whose passion, international collaborations and research activities feed directly into their teaching and contribute to your learning experience.
Develop your professional skills
An economics degree will equip you with the skills our employer and alumni networks have advised as necessary in the working environment or in the pursuit of further studies:
critical and analytical thinking
quantitative skills to apply to real-life economic challenges
presentation and communication skills
Prepare for your future
Our economics graduates are very successful in today’s competitive labour market. They pursue a range of careers in both the private and public sectors.
Many of our graduates work as economists, financial or business analysts, researchers, accountants and tax professionals. They have worked for organisations such as
Deloitte
Bank of England
Ernst & Young (EY)
Amazon
Unilever
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
L103
Institution code:
B16
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
A*AA in three A levels including Mathematics and Further Mathematics with A* in Mathematics or Further Mathematics.
Alternative offers:
A*A in Mathematics and Further Mathematics plus B in a third A level plus one of:
grade 2 in any STEP
Merit in the GCE AEA in Mathematics
a suitable score in the MAT or TMUA
grade A in an EPQ
grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Challenge Certificate
grade B in a fourth A level
If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer (including any mathematics tests).
For applicants with AS Further Maths only: A*AA in three A levels including A* in Mathematics plus A in AS Level Further Mathematics plus grade 2 in any STEP, Merit in the GCE AEA in Mathematics or a suitable score in the MAT or TMUA.
For applicants with A Level Mathematics only: A*A*A in three A levels including A* in Mathematics and A in a second scientific or quantitative subject plus grade 2 in any STEP, Merit in the GCE AEA in Mathematics or a suitable score in the MAT or TMUA.
AA in Advanced Highers including Mathematics plus AAAAA in Scottish Highers.
36 points overall and either 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches or 7, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 7 in Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches.
D2, D3 in Mathematics and Further Mathematics plus D3 in a third principal subject.
Alternative offer:
D2, D3 in Mathematics and Further Mathematics plus M1 in a third principal subject plus one of:
grade 2 in any STEP
Merit in the GCE AEA in Mathematics
a suitable score in the MAT or TMUA
grade M1 in Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives
grade A in an EPQ
grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Challenge Certificate
grade M1 in a fourth principal subject
If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer (including any mathematics tests).
GSCE requirements
GCSE English grade C or 4 (or equivalent from category C).
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
91%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
65%
Go onto work and study:
95%
Fees and funding
Additional Fee Information
Tuition fees can be found on our web pages and are liable to increase annually. UK and Islands fees are regulated by the UK government and are subject to parliamentary approval. For all other fees, you should budget for an increase of up to 5% for every further year of study.
For information on tuition fees visit our web pages: http://www.bath.ac.uk/topics/tuition-fees/
For information about our scholarships and bursaries visit:
https://www.bath.ac.uk/topics/undergraduate-scholarships-bursaries-and-other-funding/
Provider information
Claverton Down
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Bath
BA2 7AY
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