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Objectives
This is our main degree course, offering in-depth study of macroeconomic and microeconomic theory, economic analysis and policy, quantitative techniques including econometrics, a wide range of optional modules in different branches of applied economics as well as advanced economic and econometric theory.
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Entry requirements
General university admissions requirements All applicants must possess a minimum level of competence in English Language and in Mathematics or a Science. A pass at Grade C or above in GCSE English Language and in Mathematics or a Science, or an equivalent qualification, fulfils this requirement. For some courses, requirements are above this University minimum, so you should check the relevant course-specific entry requirements in our hard copy prospectus which you can order online or browse on our online directory. We usually ask for candidates to show a broad base of study at GCSE level (or equivalent) with passes in at least five subjects from a range of disciplines.
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Academic title
BSc Economics
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Course description
BSc Economics
Programme
Year One
-Macroeconomics 1: basic macroeconomic theories and their application to policy problems of the UK and European Union.
-Microeconomics 1: consumer and producer theory, market structures and welfare economics.
-Quantitative Techniques suite of modules, which includes an introduction to Computing and Data Analysis using the University’s PC network, Mathematical and Statistical Techniques A for students without A level mathematics, or Mathematical and Statistical Techniques B for students with A level mathematics.
-The World Economy: History and Theory: analyses the progress of the British and European economies from the Industrial Revolution to the present within the changing world economic environment.
Year Two
-Macroeconomics 2: Keynesian/Classical controversies; real sector dynamics; open economy macroeconomics; economic policy.
-Microeconomics 2: consumer and producer theory; industry and general equilibrium; problems of social decisions, information and uncertainty
-Econometrics 1: multiple regression, simultaneous equations, instrumental variables, maximum likelihood estimation, and computer-based investigation and modelling.
Year Three
-Research in Applied Economics: Students consolidate previous knowledge and develop techniques through individual applied research projects.
