BSc (Hons) Economics at University of Surrey

Our CIMA-accredited Economics degree combines detailed analysis of economic theory and its applications so that you can apply them to a range of real-world political and social issues. You'll develop the analytical and quantitative skills required for a wide range of careers in economics and beyond.

Department: Economics  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year  |  Study mode: full-time (optional placement year)  |  Intake: September 2027 (UCAS L100)  |  Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

All our economics students follow the same first year in order to build a solid foundation on which to specialise. This means you can choose to transfer to the The first-year modules are designed to provide you with a broad range of basic tools, skills and knowledge that you will develop in the course of your programme. You will study introductory microeconomics and macroeconomics as well as the mathematics essential for an economist to know. Year 1 core modules include Introductory Economics, Quantitative Methods, Contemporary Issues in Economics, Economic Data Analysis, Mathematics for Economics, Principles of Microeconomics, Principles of Macroeconomics, Statistics for Economics.

Career pathways

This hints at the variety of careers available to economists and the range of skills you can expect to develop by studying one of our courses. The problem-solving nature of the subject, the highly relevant and applied focus of our courses, and the potential for experience you can gain from your Professional Training placement are all appealing to employers.

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