Economics

With access to a Bloomberg trading room and Reuters Market Data System our BSc Economics will give you both the knowledge and key skills for a successful career. Also available with a Foundation Year

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Key Facts

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Degree

BSc (Hons) Economics

Degree Duration

3 years :

Full-time

4 years :

Full-time - with Foundation Year entry

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Start Dates

September

Degree Overview

Economics can be applied to every aspect of our lives. On this programme you will gain the practical and transferable skills needed to solve real-world problems, addressing important social issues and policy questions.

Through testing your understanding of theory with real-world examples, you will gain invaluable experience for your future career.

You will be taught about the different methods of reasoning and tools used by economists to tackle issues and problems of economic policy, and develop the skills needed for interpreting real world economic events.

You will learn to source information and perform portfolio analysis. With access to a dedicated Bloomberg trading room and the Reuters Market Data System, you will be using the same tools as industry professionals, ensuring that when you graduate you have the key skills required for a job in industry.

In Years 2 and 3, you will be able to choose from a range of optional modules to tailor your degree to your own interests.

Year One

In your first year you will gain a strong grounding in the principles of economics and their application to real-world problems.

Year Two

In your second year, you will study economic theory and applications, and apply economic reasoning to specialist topics.

You will develop a strong understanding of microeconomics, the study of individuals and business decisions, and macroeconomics, which looks at the decisions of countries and governments.

You will also learn to use quantitative skills in the identification and analysis of economic problems.

Year Three

In your third year, you will learn to apply economic reasoning to applied topics in economics, tailoring your expertise to your personal interests and career aspirations.

You will discuss, analyse, and evaluate policy to assess the performance of national economies and of the global economy.

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Important

Foundation Year Option:

This course is offered as a degree with foundation year –  a four-year programme which provides an additional foundation year at the beginning of the degree, that will give you academic and practical experience, as well as the skills you need to ensure you are equipped to successfully complete your chosen degree.

Find out more here about the Foundation Year at Roehampton 

Additional costs:

You may incur additional costs during your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, Stationary and additional resources.

Why Study this Degree

This degree will prepare you for a career as an economist in financial institutions and banking, business management, consulting, commerce, the public sector, and voluntary organisations.

Currently, economists are in high demand in both the private and public sectors, with some going on to become skilled managers, researchers, analysts, and strategists.

According to UCAS, 96% of economics graduates who are in work or further study can expect to be earning around 26k in their first role.