Financial Economics, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Reasons to choose Kingston– On this course, you’ll examine a wide variety of thoughts and theories in financial economics. This well-rounded approach can increase your employability.– After your first year, you’ll have the flexibility to switch to pure Economics or Business Economics, or remain on this Financial Economics programme.– You’ll be able to study abroad at one of Kingston’s partner universities.About this courseHow is our economy affected by markets and institutions? What economic impact might there be from an organisation’s decisions on pricing and corporate finance?This course offers you an understanding of how economics and financial systems are connected. Through a distinctive, pluralist approach, the course examines both traditional and alternative theories and their real-life applications.You’ll explore the interplay of financial markets, instruments and institutions and their impact on the economy. You’ll develop many skills that are highly valued by employers. These include analytical, numerical, data analysis and problem-solving skills, and the use of specialist statistical software.Sandwich YearThis course has a sandwich year which takes place between Year 2 and your Final Year. During this sandwich year you will take a placement within a relevant setting, ensuring you gain essential experience to add to your CV and help you secure a graduate job.