Economics BA
Bachelor's degree
In Sheffield
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Sheffield
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Duration
3 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
The course gives you a solid grounding in modern economic theory and techniques of applied economic analysis. You'll develop the quantitative and analytical skills economists need to make informed judgements.
In the first year, you'll take modules in economic analysis, policy and mathematical and statistical methods for economics. Optional modules include Economic History of Britain and the Modern World, Introductory Finance for Economics and Classical and Contemporary Thinkers in Economics.
In the second and third years, you build on what you've learned and take optional modules in aspects of economics that interest you. Topics in Advanced Microeconomics and Macroeconomics help prepare you for work as a professional economist.
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About this course
Some of our graduates become professional economists in government, industry or the City. Others enter related professions - banking, insurance, accountancy, sales and marketing and retail management.
Recent graduates are now working for the Bank of England, HM Treasury, the Houses of Parliament, PwC, Deloitte, IBM and Rolls Royce. Some prefer to advance their knowledge by studying economics at postgraduate level.
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Subjects
- Economics
- Statistical Methods
- Economic analysis
- Mathematical
- Modern World
- Microeconomics
- Econometrics
- Social
- Industrial
- Health Economics
Course programme
Our students usually select from a range of compulsory and optional modules to add up to 120 credits.
Some departments offer courses that don't feature optional modules whereas other courses are fully flexible.
You can find out more by:
- Viewing course information on Department of Economics website
- Contacting the department using the details in the 'More' section
In the event of any change we'll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.
Economics BA