University of Manchester
BA in Economics and Sociology

Manchester, United Kingdom

DURATION

3 Years

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time

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TUITION FEES

GBP 27,500 / per year *

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

* home students: £9,250 per annum | international students: £27,500 per annum

Key Summary

About: The BA in Economics and Sociology combines the study of economic principles with sociological insights. Students learn to analyze complex societal issues and understand the economic factors influencing them.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in economic research, social policy development, or market analysis. Other opportunities may include roles in non-profit organizations, government agencies, or academic institutions.

Introduction

Learn how societies are affected by economics and skills for a range of careers.

Course overview

Develop a rounded understanding of social issues with economics and social sciences units.
Specialise in either economics or economics plus another social science.
Enjoy the opportunity to study abroad or complete a professional placement.

Admissions

Scholarships and Funding

Curriculum

Course content for year 1

Year 1 gives you a broad introduction to Economics and Social Sciences. This will help you decide what to study in Years 2 and 3.

You take 120 credits overall made up of:

40 credits of Economics;
20 credits of either Introductory or Advanced Mathematics/Statistics (depending on your A-level qualifications or equivalent);
10 credits of an introductory unit in Social Sciences;
40 credits from a list of Social Sciences optional units;
Remaining 10 credits from Economics or Social Sciences, or Study Skills.

At the end of your Year 1, you have the option to switch to a different pathway if you want to.

Course content for year 2

In Year 2 you study your chosen pathway in-depth and take 120 credits over the year.

Single pathway

You take a maximum of 80 credits in your single pathway and up to 40 credits from other pathways from the BA(Econ).

Joint pathway

You also take a maximum of 80 credits in any one pathway, but you have the freedom to split these between the two disciplines depending on what you would like to study.

Free choice units

You can also take up to 20 credits from across the University, such as:

Study a language and improve your career prospects.
Go beyond the boundaries of your degree with the University College for Interdisciplinary Learning.
Expand your business and entrepreneurship skills with Business and Management for all Programmes.

Course content for year 3

In Year 3 you take 120 credits depending on your chosen pathway.

Single pathway

You can take a minimum of 80 credits in your single area and up to 40 credits from other pathways from the BA (Econ).

Joint pathway

You will choose a selection of units in each of the two pathways to fulfil your credit requirements. You can also do a 20-credit dissertation working with a Sociology Supervisor to develop your thesis.

Free choice units

You can also take up to 20 credits from across the University, such as:

Study a language and improve your career prospects.
Go beyond the boundaries of your degree with the University College for Interdisciplinary Learning.
Expand your business and entrepreneurship skills with Business and Management for all Programmes.

Course content for year 4

If you are selected for the Professional Experience opportunity in Year 3, then you will take Year 3 course content in Year 4.