Teaching & Modules
Modules
Year
Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 360 credits. Each year you will normally take modules totalling 120 credits.
Year 1 - Required Modules
- Introduction to Economics (30 credits)
- Statistics for Economists (15 credits)
- Mathematics for Economists (15 credits)
- Advanced Mathematics for Economists (15 credits)
- The World Economy & its History (30 credits)
- Studying Economics (15 credits)
Year 1 - Optional Modules
There are no optional modules in your first year.
Teaching methods - what to expect
Teaching
|
Course stage |
Percentage of time in scheduled learning and teaching activities |
Percentage of time in guided independent study |
Percentage of time on placements
|
Indicator of actual or estimated teaching methods |
|
Year 1 |
16% |
84% |
- |
Lectures and seminars |
|
Year 2 |
15% |
85% |
- |
Lectures and seminars |
|
Year 3 |
12% |
88% |
- |
Lectures and seminars |
We use a variety of teaching methods including lectures, classes and small group discussions. An indication of the typical study time is above.
Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.
Assessment
- Written/practical examinations
- Coursework
Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written/practical examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include, unseen written examinations, essays, problem sets and oral presentations.
Key Information
Course type:
Single honours
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Required A-Levels:
A*AA
Duration:
Three years
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026
Application deadline:
23 November 2025