Economics with French, BA (Hons)

The BA in Economics with French is a four-year program offered in partnership with the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures. It provides a comprehensive curriculum covering macroeconomics, microeconomics, mathematics, statistics, economic history, and developmental economics, while developing proficiency in French through dedicated language modules. Students can tailor their studies with optional modules and spend their third year studying in France, applying their skills in a real-world context. This experience enhances employability, equipping graduates with practical knowledge for careers in sectors such as investment banking, accountancy, and international organizations like the World Bank.In the first year, students establish foundations in economics and French. The second year builds on these with advanced economics and cultural studies. The final year focuses on a dissertation, elective modules, and language refinement, ensuring graduates emerge confident and career-ready.

In your first year, you'll cover the foundations of microeconomics and macroeconomics and choose between econometrics and quantitative economics, depending on your mathematical ability. You'll also complete a full-year module to develop and build your use of the French language. During your second year, you will build on your knowledge of microeconomics and macroeconomics and strengthen your knowledge of either econometric theory or applied econometrics.Two‑thirds of this year will focus on economics, and the remainder will develop your understanding of France as well as your language skills. Subject to you meeting the relevant requirements, you will spend your third year studying in Lille, France. You will get the opportunity to broaden your horizons and enhance your employability by experiencing another culture. Teaching is in French. For your final year you will return to Nottingham. Your economics studies will focus on a dissertation and some optional modules, while you refine your newly fluent language skills in a final language module and your choice from a list of optional modules.