Economics

Course summary

Economics is a social science which helps explain how society can make best use of scarce resources, and how issues such as unemployment, poverty and recessions can be tackled by government. Economics offers an analytical way of thinking which opens eyes to the way the world works. You are taught a set of academic theories and concept to use in order to analyse and evaluate some of the most important issues facing our society. You will also research issues facing countries and trading blocs such as the EU in the world today. Economics complements science and humanities courses. Economics and Mathematics or Economics and Physics are popular combinations. Similarly, Economics and Business Studies, Geography or Politics are useful complements, assessing similar content from different perspectives. Economics develops your ability to think strategically, and so is a highly-valued subject in future courses of study and future jobs. Typical careers and courses include Banking and Finance, Accountancy, Civil Service, Industrial Economics, Law and International Studies. Economics graduates are much in demand and are amongst the highest paid of occupations.