Year one
This course has a common first year.
The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn.
If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements).
Get a comprehensive introduction to the principles of economics. This module covers core concepts, analytical methods and fundamental theories in microeconomics and macroeconomics. It is designed to build essential knowledge for further study in economics, finance and related disciplines. You should develop the skills to apply economic theory to real-world policy issues, and contemporary economic and financial challenges.
The microeconomics component explores individual decision-making, market dynamics and government intervention, while the macroeconomics component focuses on economy-wide phenomena, government policy and macroeconomic stability.
By integrating perspectives in microeconomics and macroeconomics, this module aims to provide a strong foundation for intermediate economics, finance and policy-related studies. It should enhance your economic reasoning, critical thinking and analytical skills, preparing you to assess economic issues in theoretical and applied contexts.
This module develops the mathematical, statistical and academic skills needed for studying economics and finance. It builds on existing knowledge of algebra, calculus and related techniques, while introducing core statistical methods used in the field. Content also focuses on time management, research, writing and digital literacy with spreadsheets and statistical tools. By the end, students gain a strong foundation for quantitative analysis, econometric modelling and empirical research.
This module introduces the key issues concerning sustainability and ethics within the global financial and economic landscape. Drawing on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, you will examine the influence of national and global sustainability policies, regulations and ethical principles that drive sustainable and responsible business practices. This module also explores the role of entrepreneurship in the context of responsible management practice. It introduces the key concepts and debates of general entrepreneurial principles, reviewing the social, economic and environmental challenges. This module aims to prepare you to become a responsible leader and entrepreneur, mindful of the ethical, social and environmental impact of your decisions.
This module aims to provide you with an understanding of how businesses raise capital and conduct investment appraisals. This module also explores the concepts of debt, savings and investments from a personal finance perspective.
You should gain knowledge of the main financial products offered by the UK financial services industry and an understanding of financial markets and financial institutions.