BA (Hons) Politics and Economics at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Develop a sophisticated understanding of the political and economic realities faced by employers in every walk of life. This three-year Politics and Economics degree will give you the intellectual capacity to recognise, understand and anticipate the way that political and economic forces combine to shape our everyday lives. You will study at both the School of Geography, Politics and Sociology and the Business School, tapping into their combined expertise, networks, support, careers advice and facilities, and becoming part of two flourishing student communities.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: School of Geography Politics and Sociology, Newcastle University Business School | Duration: Full time: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Your main focus will be on core modules designed to give you a solid grounding in the principles of economics, political economic theory, data analysis, and the mathematics relevant to the discipline. You will also choose additional modules on broad political themes such as modern political thought, or the shaping of the 21st century. Compulsory modules include: Analysing Economic Data, Mathematics for Economics, Economic Analysis, Studying Political Economy: Ideas, Theories and Skills, Microeconomic Analysis, Macroeconomic Analysis.

Career pathways

You will graduate with the ability to think critically, assess complex material and data, carry out research, construct an argument and articulate it – a powerful skillset applicable to a wide range of careers.

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Entry requirements

A levels: AAB. GCSE Mathematics (minimum grade A/7) required if not offered at a higher level. General Studies is accepted. IB: 34 points. If not studying a full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level and completion of a national high school diploma. Higher Level Mathematics desirable at grade 5 or above. Standard Level Mathematics required at grade 6 if not offered at Higher Level. BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma.BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at overall DDD. GCSE Mathematics (minimum grade A/7) required if not offered at a higher level. Scottish Highers: AAABB at Higher Grade. Mathematics desirable but not essential. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Mathematics at National 5, minimum grade A (or grade 1 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) required if not offered at Higher Grade. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade B in the Higher in Mathematics is required. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. English language: Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent with no less than 5.5 in each of the four elements of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 25,350 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/ll21/#how-to-apply

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