COURSE CURRICULUM

The BSc Economics program at Royal Holloway offers a structured and comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for understanding and navigating complex economic systems. In the first year, students develop a strong foundation through modules in principles of economics, applied economics and policy, mathematics for economics, and data skills, while also building awareness of professional development through employability training. This initial stage ensures students gain a solid grasp of core economic concepts, quantitative methods, and the analytical tools needed to interpret economic phenomena. In the second year, the focus shifts to more advanced topics, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, enabling students to analyze and model economic behavior and evaluate policy decisions with rigor. This stage also emphasizes employability, fostering skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and data-driven decision-making that are highly valued in industry and research settings. In the final year, students consolidate their learning and prepare for professional life through continued employability-focused modules, applying their accumulated knowledge and analytical abilities to real-world economic challenges. Overall, the program balances theoretical understanding with practical application, equipping graduates with the expertise, confidence, and adaptability required to pursue careers in finance, public policy, international development, or further academic study.