BSc (Hons) (Econ) Economics and Public Policy at University of Buckingham

Get to grips with essential economic principles and analysis and the government policies that shape modern economies. Get to grips with how modern market economies work. Our BSc programme in Economics with Public Policy has a key focus on understanding the essential economic principles and analysis to assess how governments and major market regulators make economic decisions, and the pros and cons of the public policies that they offer. Throughout your degree, you will learn how to effectively apply theoretical and IT skills and knowledge to the analysis of relevant economic problems and government policies that shape modern economies.

Faculty: School of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 2 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Buckingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students will be able to: Assess and compare different public policy options and systems, as well as the intended and unintended effects of these policies. Calculate and evaluate the sustainability of different public policies and of public finances. Develop the technical, research and communication skills to explain complex economic issues and assess critically a wide range of policy options.

Career pathways

The BSc (Hons) in Economics with Public Policy equips graduates with a rigorous grounding in economic theory and analysis, integrated with applied competencies in responsible leadership, data-driven decision-making, and public policy design and evaluation.

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