Economics, BSc (Hons), with study abroad

Our BSc Economics with a Year Abroad programme integrates core economics and business principles, preparing students for careers in politics, policy, finance, or business. It delivers theoretical and practical knowledge of economic concepts in business contexts, along with analytical tools for decision-making and strategy. Graduates can apply these skills to advise private firms and governments, influencing economic policy. The programme ranks 16th in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2024), 17th for Student Voice (NSS 2023), and 20th for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2024). Swansea's Economics department provides an excellent learning experience with expert faculty and dedicated employability support, including guidance on placements and internships.Students spend a year abroad between their second and final years, enhancing skills through global partnerships. The curriculum includes compulsory first-year modules such as Current Issues in Economics and Finance for Economics, plus optional modules like Health Economics and Data Mining. Assessment methods vary, incorporating exams, essays, presentations, group work, and data sampling to develop research and analytical abilities. For more details, contact study@swansea.ac.uk.

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/