Economics, BSc (Hons)

Our BSc Economics degree integrates key principles of economics and business, making it suitable for careers in politics, policy, business, or finance. It delivers a blend of theoretical and practical knowledge on economic concepts within business contexts, along with analytical tools for decision-making and strategy. Graduates can apply these skills to advise private firms or government, influencing economic policy. Swansea's Economics programme ranks in the top 20 in the UK for teaching quality and satisfaction (based on Guardian, Times, and NSS 2023 data) and features a dedicated Employability Team for career support, including placements and job preparation.The programme includes compulsory modules in the first year, such as Current Issues in Economics and Exploring Economic Data, followed by a mix of compulsory and optional modules in later years, like Health Economics and Data Mining. Assessment methods vary, incorporating presentations, group work, and data sampling alongside traditional exams, fostering strong research and communication skills. For detailed structure, visit our webpage.

Your first year of study is made up of compulsory modules covering a range of themes. Compulsory modules are studied by all students on the programme, meaning you are automatically enrolled. Examples of compulsory modules include: • Current Issues in Economics • Finance for Economics • Exploring Economic Data In your second and third year you will study a mixture of compulsory and choose optional modules from a vast selection. Examples of optional modules in recent years have included: • Health Economics • Information Systems • Organisational Behaviour • Monetary Economics • Data Mining Your final year will include an optional independent study project. For the full programme structure and module breakdown, please visit our webpage at: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/social-sciences/economics/bsc-economics/