Economics BSc (Hons) at Brunel University of London

The Brunel Economics BSc combines a thorough grounding in economic theory with the practical skills needed to apply that knowledge to business, industrial, financial or government environments. You’ll learn how economic exchange shapes the way societies function. You’ll develop the analytical, quantitative, statistical and computing skills used to predict how societies, governments, businesses and households respond to events, trends and market behaviour.

Faculty: Brunel Business School  |  Department: Department of Economics, Finance and Accounting  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement  |  Study mode: full-time; placement year option  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course is designed to give you a solid understanding of economic theory, statistics, econometrics and finance as well as the practical and transferable skills needed to apply your knowledge to real-world problems. Compulsory modules by year include Year 1: Mathematics for Economics and Finance, Financial Markets, Statistics and Data Analysis, Microeconomic Principles, Macroeconomic Principles, Introduction to Accounting and Financial Management; Year 2: Intermediate Microeconomics, Mathematical Economics, Money and Banking, Quantitative Methods, Introduction to Econometrics, Monetary Economics.

Career pathways

Our aim is to teach you ‘employable knowledge’, which can be applied to real-world situations giving you the skills you need to find the right role after you graduate. You’ll be well prepared for work, especially if you undertake a work placement.

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