Economics and Finance, BSc (Hons)

Course summary

Study modern economics and its applications to financial markets with our BSc Economics and Finance degree.This three-year course will provide a rigorous foundation of economics and financial systems. Learn to apply economic theories to real-life problems in financial markets.

• How do investors make their investment decisions?

• Why did the financial crisis of 2007-2008 happen?

• What can be done to prevent the next financial crisis?

You will engage with specialist topics including:

• financial economics

• financial modelling

• corporate finance.

The programme will equip you with analytical skills, decision-making skills, and advanced financial techniques for a successful career in the financial services sector as a banker, investment analyst, advisor, economist, or other related roles.For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/economics-ug/bsc-economics-and-finance.

Modules

The following modules have been approved in principle for delivery in 2025/26. Please note that as part of our current curriculum improvement process, all modules require final University approval and may be subject to change. Core modules for this course: Introductory EconomicsIntroductory Securities and MarketsIntroductory Quantitative Techniques for Business and FinanceCore Competencies in EconomicsSustainable FinanceThe University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Further information about the content of final approved modules will be available in the summer of 2024. We suggest that you regularly revisit our course page during this time to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding the modules offered on this programme.Check our website for more details about the course structure.

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The following modules have been approved in principle for delivery in 2025/26. Please note that as part of our current curriculum improvement process, all modules require final University approval and may be subject to change. Core modules for this course: Introductory Economics Introductory Securities and Markets Introductory Quantitative Techniques for Business and Finance Core Competencies in Economics Sustainable Finance The University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Further information about the content of final approved modules will be available in the summer of 2024. We suggest that you regularly revisit our course page during this time to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding the modules offered on this programme. Check our website for more details about the course structure.