Economics, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Kingston University’s Economics department is diverse, inclusive, and flexible, allowing students to transfer between courses after the first year. With access to resources like the Financial Times and Bloomberg Trading Room, the program emphasizes a wide range of skills, theories, and methods to prepare graduates for employment, regardless of background. Recognized with a Teaching Excellence Framework Gold rating, it explores economics from multiple perspectives, addressing real-world issues such as production systems, societal impacts, and decision-making by individuals, businesses, and governments. Students develop analytical and data analysis skills, fostering independent and critical thinking valued by employers.The course includes a professional placement year between Year 2 and the final year for practical experience, alongside embedded Future Skills like problem-solving, digital competency, and adaptability. Graduates pursue careers in finance, the civil service, public sector, and multinational companies, with many advancing to postgraduate studies. This comprehensive approach equips students to navigate and shape future economies.

Examples modules:

• Contemporary Issues in Economics

• Advanced Economic Policy and Principles

• Development Economics

• Capitalism