Economic theory is highly relevant and applicable in today’s rapidly changing world. From the impact of immigration, to the organization of healthcare systems, economics touches on all areas of modern life. This degree provides a thorough understanding of economic theory, with a focus on the practical link between theory and real-world application. You’ll learn the mathematics and statistics that underpin economics and develop the analytical skills to evaluate wider social and political issues. At the end of your first year you will be able to choose pathway between Economics and Economics and Econometrics, which develops your quantitative and data skills. - Develop desirable transferable skills for a broad range of careers in economics, business, finance and beyond - Acquire analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills, alongside a deep understanding of economic theory and ideas - Choose a pathway between Economics and Economics and Econometrics - Stand out from the crowd with a professional placement year – past students have undertaken placements with organisations like the Department for Work and Pensions, GlaxoSmithKline, RBS and HM Treasury - Study abroad with an optional exchange in Europe, America or further afield - Enjoy professional and social opportunities through the student-led Economics Society - Follow in the footsteps of recent graduates who now work for major global corporations.

The first year lays the analytical and conceptual foundations of economics with examples of the real-world application of economics to important fundamental problems. Year one is made up of 120 credits which consists of eight core modules. - 1st year core modules: - Introduction to macroeconomics (15 credits) - Introduction to microeconomics (15 credits) - Topics in applied macroeconomics (15 credits) - Topics in applied microeconomics (15 credits) - Data Analysis 1 & 2 (30 credits) - Mathematics for Economists (post-'A' Level) 1 & 2 (30 credits). In year 2 you can pick a pathway between Economics and Economics and Econometrics. The Econometrics pathway allows students to specialize in quantitative skills. Year two consists of modules that make up 120 credits. The second year allows you to develop your core skills through intermediate-level courses. You can also begin to specialise in financial topics such as History of Economic thought, Nations and Firm in the Global Economy or Macroeconomics 2nd year Economics pathway Core modules: - Intermediate macroeconomics 1 & 2 (30 credits) - Intermediate microeconomics 1 & 2 (30 credits) - Econometrics 1 (15 credits) - History of Economic Thought 2nd year Economics and Econometrics pathway core modules: - Intermediate macroeconomics 1 & 2 (30 credits) - Intermediate microeconomics 1 &2 ( 30 credits) - Econometrics 1 & 2 (15 credits) (If you did not take A-level Math's you need to take Post GCSE Maths as a core elective module on this pathway) Elective modules (pick 3): - Macroeconomics 2 - Econometrics - Maths (Post-GCSE 3) - International Trade - Mathematical Methods - Global Financial Markets - National and Firms in the Global Economy - Money and Banking The final year provides you with an opportunity to apply your knowledge of core tools to a supervised research project in financial economics. The final year core modules examine the financial aspect of the course while the electives allow further specialisation. You may take a supervised project in economics (30 credits), plus four core 15-credit modules and 30 credits from the list of elective modules. Alternatively, you can take four core 15-credit modules and 60 credits of elective modules. - Economics pathway core modules: - Economics and Society (15 Credits) Economics and Econometrics pathway core module: - Applied Econometrics (15 credits) Elective modules: - Micro-placement (15 credits) - Economics project (30 credits) - International Finance (15 credits) - Introduction to Financial Derivatives (15 credits) - Monetary Economics (15 credits) - Labour Economics (15 credits) - Development Economics (15 credits) - Industrial Organisation (15 credits) - Computational Economics (15 credits) - Company Law (15 credits) - Experimental Economics (15 credits) - Advanced Quantitative Economics (15 Credits) - Topics in Behavioural Economics (15 credits) Economics pathway: - Applied Econometrics (15 credits) Econometrics pathway: - Economics and Society (15 Credits)

Assessment is based mainly on coursework and unseen examination. Your coursework may consist of: - Standard essays - Individual and group presentations - Group reports - Classwork - Unseen tests - Problem sets.

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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.

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Student satisfaction : 74%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 70%

Go onto work and study: 85%

England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
EU	17170.0	Year 1
International	17170.0	Year 1

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