Economics, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Financial analysts, consultants, policymakers, entrepreneurs, market researchers, and academics—every organisation needs an economist. Our modern, skills-focused economics course prepares you for success through a core syllabus integrating theory and evidence in analysis and research, while emphasising analytical, numerical, and independent research skills. An optional financial pathway is available, with modules applying real-world, evidence-based approaches to develop you as a professional economist.Recognising diverse student backgrounds, we offer contemporary electives to tailor your degree, plus a financial economics pathway specialising in international trade and finance. Boost employability with a placement year between years two and three, supported by the University's careers service and preparation sessions. The programme builds skills and CV through micro-credentialing, problem-based learning, and research, complemented by the Bloomberg Interactive Learning Suite for corporate finance, derivatives, portfolio analytics, real-time data, and simulations.