Financial Economics, BSc (Hons)

This degree equips students with valuable transferable skills for careers in finance and economics. You will explore current economic theory, financial economics, and the underlying mathematics and statistics, fostering analytical abilities and a deep understanding of financial markets. Develop in-demand quantitative skills to analyse markets, gain knowledge of macroeconomic and microeconomic principles, and learn from research-excellent lecturers in a supportive environment. Opportunities include professional placements with organisations like PriceWaterhouseCoopers and Goldman Sachs, participation in the Economics Society, and pathways to roles in global corporations.The curriculum spans three years, covering foundational topics in microeconomics, macroeconomics, data analysis, and mathematical methods, progressing to advanced areas like corporate finance, financial derivatives, and applied econometrics. Assessment primarily involves coursework—such as essays, presentations, and group reports—alongside examinations, with the balance varying by elective modules. The program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

Year 1 Develop an understanding of the analytical and conceptual foundations of economics with examples of the real-world application of economics to important fundamental problems. Topics in Applied Microeconomics Topics in Applied Macroeconomics Introduction to Microeconomics Introduction to Macroeconomics Data Analysis 1 Data Analysis 2 Mathematics for Economists Post A Level 1 Mathematics for Economists Post A Level 2 Year 2 Build your knowledge with core economic theory modules. Develop technical skills in econometrics and mathematical methods, and understand global financial markets. Core Modules: Intermediate Microeconomics 1 Intermediate Microeconomics 2 Intermediate Macroeconomics 1 International Trade Introductory Econometrics Intermediate Mathematical Methods Global Financial Markets Intermediate Econometrics Elective Modules: History of Economic Thought Intermediate Macroeconomics 2 Digital Economy and Internet Markets Micro-Placements Year 3 Apply your knowledge of core tools to a supervised research project in financial economics. Specialise in the financial aspects of the subject, developing a coherent, systematic and detailed knowledge of the subject. Core Modules: Corporate Finance Introduction to Financial Derivatives Financial Economics Applied Econometrics Money and Banking Elective Modules: Economics Project International Finance Monetary Economics Labour Economics Development Economics Industrial Organisation Nations and Firms in the Global Economy Advanced Topics in Microeconomics Computational Economics Experimental Economics Micro-Placements Industry Projects Summer Internship Integrated Professional Training Modules are subject to change.