Economics and Accounting, BSc (Hons)

This degree offers comprehensive expertise in economics and accounting, including hands-on use of Bloomberg terminals in the Financial Laboratory (FinLab). Students may opt for study abroad or a year in employment, making it suitable for careers in economic or accounting consultancy. The course provides specialist knowledge of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and core accountancy principles, enabling a deeper understanding of individual, business, and economic behaviors.Taught in partnership with Southampton Business School, the program allows customization through optional modules such as international banking, risk management, and public economics. Students can pursue pathways based on their background, with modules like Introduction to Accounting and Finance or Applied Econometrics. Additional opportunities include gaining work experience via a Student Innovation Project or exemptions from professional bodies. Assessment involves coursework, essays, projects, dissertations, and written exams.

You will study various topics covering the fundamental aspects of Economics and Accounting. You can choose between a number of 'pathways' through the degree, to reflect your background and interests. Module choices in year one depend on whether you have studied economics at A level. Some of the modules you may study include Introduction to Accounting and Finance; Applied Econometrics; Auditing. Please see the course page online for a list of core and optional modules: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/economics-accounting-degree-bsc#modules