COURSE CURRICULUM

The BSc Economics with Finance degree is a multidisciplinary program that integrates economic theory, financial analysis, quantitative methods, and business insights. In the first year, students are introduced to foundational topics such as business finance, mathematics, statistics, and economics, along with modules that enhance personal development and employability. These courses build the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary for interpreting financial statements, understanding economic environments, and evaluating business performance. The second year deepens this knowledge with modules in macroeconomics, microeconomics, econometrics, and research design. Students explore complex topics such as business ethics, corporate social responsibility, and the history of economic thought, developing a critical understanding of the diverse schools of economic thinking. There are also opportunities to specialise through optional modules in areas like international trade, environmental economics, banking, and development. The program continues to emphasise practical application through software tools such as Excel and Stata. In the final year, students undertake an independent economics and finance project, applying their accumulated knowledge to real-world problems. Core modules such as Managerial Economics further develop the strategic and decision-making capabilities required in today’s complex economic landscape. A wide selection of optional modules allows students to tailor their final year towards investment, trading, ESG finance, public policy, or sustainability-focused data analysis. These choices support career goals in banking, policy, research, consultancy, and beyond. With a strong emphasis on quantitative and applied skills, combined with theoretical grounding and practical experience, this degree suits students interested in understanding how financial systems operate, how economic policy is formulated, and how businesses make strategic financial decisions. Whether pursuing further study or professional roles, graduates are equipped with a versatile skill set valued across sectors such as finance, government, international development, and corporate strategy.