BSc (Hons) Economics at University of Brighton

Economics at Brighton is ranked first in the UK for teaching and academic support in the National Student Survey 2025. Imagine a future where you possess the knowledge and skills to navigate the complexities of the global economy, contribute to social change and create a thriving career for yourself. Economics isn’t just about numbers, it’s about understanding human behaviour, social issues and other influencing factors that shape our world.

Faculty: School of Business and Law  |  Department: Finance and Economics  |  Duration: full-time: 3 years; with placement year: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time (optional placement year)  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First year: In your first year, study will involve an introduction to economics and quantitative methodologies along with academic and professional skills. During this year you will decide whether to continue on the Economics BSc(Hons) or to study for one of the specialist pathways: Economics with Finance BSc(Hons) Economics with Data Science BSc(Hons). The pathway you choose will shape the rest of your degree and the modules you’ll study in years 2 and 3. Second year: In your second year, you will learn more complex theories of macroeconomics and microeconomics and how to apply them. Modules include The Economy Part 1, The Economy Part 2, Quantitative Methods, Introduction to Financial Markets, Financial Analysis, Applied Statistics, Intermediate Microeconomics, Introduction to Econometrics, Intermediate Macroeconomics, Contemporary Issues in Economics.

Career pathways

This course is an excellent way to prepare yourself for a wide range of careers within economics. You could go on to work in a range of sectors including government departments, international organisations, consultancy firms, research institutions and private sector businesses.

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