Economics and Finance, BA (Hons)

At the University of Stirling, Economics examines human interactions with society and the environment through diverse lenses, including AI in labour markets, climate change, behavioural insights, and global poverty. Our degree equips students with rigorous analytical tools from field experts, fostering intellectual curiosity. Introductory teaching follows the innovative CORE Project—“Economics for a Changing World”—using real-world data to explore global issues with historical and philosophical context. Emphasising evidence-based real-world theory over simplified textbooks, the programme integrates specialisms in environmental economics, behavioural economics, and public policy. The renowned Behavioural Science Centre delivers two modules in behavioural and experimental economics.Stirling's Finance programme ranks top 5 in Scotland and top 20 UK for Accounting and Finance (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022), and top 10 UK (National Student Survey 2022). Scotland's first CFA Institute-affiliated undergraduate degree, it builds employability through cutting-edge, research-informed content on stock markets, foreign exchange risk, corporate governance, and financial crises. Gain theoretical and analytical skills for careers in corporate finance, investment management, or financial services, with options to combine with professionally accredited Accountancy for exam exemptions.