Develop the skills you need to resolve complex economic issues. You’ll learn about core economic theories and empirical methods, and their real-world uses.During this course, you will explore the connections between the economy, its key sectors (such as businesses, the financial sector and government) and people’s decisions. By focusing on real-world issues, you’ll explore the foundations of economic theory and its applications.You’ll learn about applying economic principles and methods to policy issues and increase your knowledge of UK and global economic institutions. This will help you understand economic and policy decision-making.Your first year will focus on key concepts in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory. You’ll develop your core mathematics, statistics, data analysis and coding skills.In Year 2, you’ll build on this through further study of economic theory. The econometric techniques and software skills you’ll develop will focus on estimating and forecasting economic relationships.In your final year, you’ll choose from a range of optional units. This will give you the freedom to focus on your interests and career ambitions. These units will broadly cover advanced topics and up-to-date techniques in economics.Informed teaching to advance your learningYou’ll learn from teaching staff with diverse backgrounds and expertise in different areas of economics. Their passion, knowledge and research shape their teaching with the aim of enhancing your learning experience.Benefit from specialist resourcesYou’ll have access to some of the latest industry-standard statistical, mathematical and econometric software. This will allow you to access up-to-the-minute data on real-world trends to enhance your learning experience.Develop your professional skillsWe work to provide you with the tools and support to prepare you for employment and further study.These include:critical and analytical thinkingquantitative skills to apply to real-world economic challengespresentation and communication skillsadaptability and resilience

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 3 Year(s)

Fees: GBP28650

Intake	Location
September, 2027	Bath
Semester 1 (October), 2027	Bath

Entry requirements for University of Bath

Your application, especially your personal statement, should demonstrate your enthusiasm for your chosen degree. This might include relevant reading, involvement in political or debating societies, other extra-curricular or co-curricular activities, work experience or activism for a political party or an NGO.

A level Typical offer

A*AA

A*AA in three A levels including Mathematics.

A level Contextual offer

AAB

AAB in three A levels including A in Mathematics.

A level Alternative offer

AAA or A*AB

We know that you may have study beyond three A levels that will help prepare you for your degree. If you are not eligible for a contextual offer, we recognise these studies through our alternative offers.

International Baccalaureate Typical offer

7, 6, 6 at HL

International Baccalaureate Diploma

36 points overall and 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including either HL Mathematics.

International Baccalaureate Contextual offer

6, 6, 5

International Baccalaureate Diploma

36 points overall and 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in either HL Mathematics.

Pearson Edexcel BTEC RQF Typical offer

D*DD plus A at A level

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (RQF)

D*DD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) plus A in A level Mathematics.

You must be studying A level Mathematics alongside your BTEC qualification.

OCR Cambridge Technical Typical offer

D*D*D* plus A at A level

Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma

D*D*D* in the Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma plus A in A level Mathematics.

You must be studying A level Mathematics alongside your Cambridge Technical qualification.

Scottish Highers Typical offer

AA in Advanced Highers

AA in two Advanced Highers including Mathematics.

Access to HE Diploma Typical offer

39 credits at Distinction

A pass in the Access to HE Diploma with at least 39 credits achieved at Distinction including 12 credits from Mathematics units at Distinction.

We are looking for you to be studying a suitable level of Mathematics as part of your Access course (at least 12 graded credits of Level 3 Mathematics) to be able to succeed on our course.

GCSE requirements

GCSE English Language or Literature grade 4 or C (or equivalent from English language category B)

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If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at University of Bath. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.

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