Economics

Course summary

Economics is about choice and the impact of our choices on each other. It relates to every aspect of our lives, from the decisions we make as individuals or families to the structures created by governments and firms. An economic way of thinking can help you make better choices. Economics is the subject for you if you enjoy debating economic issues such as inequality, immigration and how we should pay for healthcare. You will use and interpret data to analyse economic problems and discuss alternative courses of action. You will also keep up to date with national and international trends. We expect to take you to the Economics In Action conference at Warwick University (this incurs a small additional cost, which is added to your fee bill), and will encourage you to take part in competitions such as the Student Investor Challenge and the Royal Economic Society essay competition. We will also arrange to attend relevant public lectures at local universities.