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Economics with Politics

University of Bath

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Course options

2 options available

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Develop the skills and knowledge to become a thoughtful political economist. You'll explore the relationship between economics and political decision-making.During this course, you’ll learn about the connections between society, the government, and the economy. You’ll examine the challenges facing individuals, countries and the international community using theories and methods from economics, complemented by key concepts from political science, like power, justice, conflict, and sovereignty.You’ll learn to apply economic methods to policy issues while increasing your knowledge of UK and global institutions. This will help you understand how policies are formed and evaluated.Year 1 will focus on building your economic intuition and core skills in mathematics, statistics, data analysis, and coding. You’ll also explore the exercise and evolution of power in societies and the role of politics in conflict resolution and consensus-building.In Year 2, you’ll strengthen your command of economic theory and the econometric techniques and software tools used to estimate and forecast economic relationships. You’ll deepen your understanding of political theory and issues of conflict and security.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.By the end of the course, you will have a deeper and more refined knowledge of the complex links between economics and political science.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

Tuition fees

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£ 28,650per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Bath

University of Bath

University of Bath

  • University League Table

    9th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Claverton Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 7AY, United Kingdom

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The university's community comprises over 20,000 students. Around one-third come from outside the UK, representing 152 nationalities from around the world.
The International Support Service offers an international orientation programme and mentoring scheme to help students settle into life in the UK.
University of Bath alumni can be found contributing positively in countries worldwide. Many continue their association with Bath long after graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Economics

    8th out of 76 1

    9th out of 77 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    175 78%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    8th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    37th

    3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    161 82%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    6th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 78%

    42nd

    18

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