BSc in Economics
- Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
- London, United Kingdom
BSc
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
GBP 9,535 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* UK students: £9,535 per year | international: £19,200 for the first year
Key Summary
Prepare to empower yourself to shape the economies of tomorrow, no matter your background.
On our Economics BSc (Hons) course, you will learn a wide range of skills, theories and methods to prepare you for employment. You'll graduate with the ability to contribute to the world of economics. Plus, the course is flexible. So if you’re unsure about exactly what you want to study, you can transfer between our three courses at the end of Year 1.
As an Economics student, you'll be part of the Kingston School of Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences, a diverse, inclusive, and friendly department which will introduce you to a variety of ways to study Economics. Our degrees are underpinned by a vibrant research culture and delivered by a blend of practitioners and academics who are dedicated to equipping you with the employability skills to thrive in your career.
You will have a wealth of opportunities outside the classroom to further your learning and gain hands-on experience in your chosen field. In addition, you will have free access to the Financial Times and Economist. We are also one of only a few UK universities to have a Bloomberg Trading Room for you to use.
Why choose this course?
How does the way we produce the things we need and desire affect how we live together as a society? Are the systems by which we produce such things fair and sustainable? Economics helps us understand such real-world issues.
This course offers you a broad understanding of economics, looking at the subject from a range of perspectives and schools of thought. You'll explore why people, businesses and governments make certain decisions and the consequences of those decisions. It'll challenge your intellect and develop your problem-solving capabilities.
You'll also gain skills in data analysis, using industry-standard IT facilities. By the end of your course, you will have developed well-rounded, independent, and critical thinking skills which will make you highly valued by employers.
We want to ensure anyone with potential and drive has the opportunity to study with us, no matter their background or financial situation. That's why each year, we provide a number of bursaries to help our undergraduate students gain their degree.
- The Kingston bursary
- Bursaries for care leavers
- Bursaries for estranged students
- Bursaries for young adult carers
- Bursaries for Sanctuary Scholars
- Chancerygate Foundation bursary
- Salutem scholarships
- AVSH scholarship
What you will study
This course builds your knowledge of core topics and different schools of thought in economics. The Economics BSc (Hons) explores why people, businesses and governments make certain decisions and the consequences of those decisions.
Year 1
Year 1 provides a historical background to modern economics, whilst exploring a range of economic principles and perspectives. You will also begin to study the mathematical and statistical foundations essential to the study of economics.
Core modules
- Becoming an Economist
- Economic Policy and Principles
- Economics Quantitatively Treated 1
- Capitalism
Year 2
Year 2 further develops your knowledge of microeconomics (individual or company decisions) and macroeconomics (national decisions). You'll consider mainstream and alternative approaches to economic modelling, and explore current and recent issues such as the global financial crisis and China's growth.
Core modules
- Mathematical Economics and Econometrics
- Macroeconomics
- Microeconomics
- Competition and the Firm
Optional year
Study abroad optional year
You have the option to take an additional year to study abroad or to undertake a year-long work placement overseas (or even a mix of both).
Professional placement year
This course has a professional placement year option which takes place between Year 2 and your Final year. During this professional placement year, you will take a placement within a relevant setting, ensuring you gain essential experience to add to your CV and help you secure a graduate job.
Final year
In the final year, Advanced Economic Policy and Principles provides in-depth study of macro and microeconomics. In Working as an Economist you will focus on a topic in economic policy, and develop your research, writing and communication skills. You will also study International Trade and Finance, and Development Economics, while developing your graduate attributes and preparing for your future career.
Core modules
- Working as an Economist
- Advanced Economic Policy and Principles
- Development Economics
- Econometrics
- International Trade and Finance
- Future Skills Apply
Economics BSc (Hons) graduates often pursue careers in the City of London and the civil service. Some work as accountants, economists, risk analysts and consultants, audit associates and mortgage consultants. While others are employed as financial researchers, brand strategists and campaign co-ordinators, as well as stock brokers, traders and investment bankers.
Employers include:
- Conservative Party
- Deloitte
- GH Consultancy UK Ltd
- HSBC
- Incisive Media
Embedded within the Economics BSc (Hons) course and throughout the whole Kingston experience is our Future Skills programme.
The intention of Future Skills is to provide you with expertise valued by global business employers. We’ll focus on combining your business acumen with problem-solving, digital competency and adaptability.
As you progress through your degree, you'll learn to navigate, explore and apply these skills. As a result, you’ll graduate with the knowledge and understanding to give you the edge in a competitive employment market.