BSc Politics and Economics at University of Southampton

Politics and economics are at the heart of society and affect everyone. You'll gain an in-depth understanding and interest in both fields. You'll graduate with transferable skills in analysis, critical thinking and independent research.

Faculty: Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

There are optional module choices in all 3 years. Your module choices in year 1 will depend on whether you studied economics or maths at A level. Core modules provide a foundation in mathematical and statistical techniques, such as optimisation, probability, hypothesis testing and quantitative modelling.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including accountancy firms, banks (high street and city), charitable and not-for-profit organisations, consultancies, insurance companies, government departments, think tanks, non-government organisations (ngos). Careers directly related to the course include economist, financial manager, financial risk analyst, internal auditor, investment analyst, government social research officer, policy officer, political assistant.

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