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Economics & Econometrics

Economics & Econometrics is a fascinating and influential field that examines how individuals, businesses and governments make decisions about the allocation of resources. It explores important issues such as economic growth, inflation, employment, international trade, public policy and financial markets. By combining economic theory with advanced statistical and quantitative techniques, this subject helps students understand and analyse real-world economic challenges and develop evidence-based solutions.

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What will you learn?

  • Develop a strong understanding of microeconomics and macroeconomics.

  • Study how consumers, firms and governments make decisions in different economic environments.

  • Explore topics such as economic growth, international trade, labour markets, public finance and monetary policy.

  • Learn how to analyse economic data using statistical and econometric methods.

  • Develop skills in mathematical modelling, forecasting and quantitative analysis.

  • Use specialised software and datasets to investigate economic trends and policy outcomes.

  • Examine global economic issues, including inequality, sustainability and economic development.

  • Build critical-thinking, problem-solving and research skills.

  • Learn how to communicate complex economic concepts and data effectively.

Career Prospects

Graduates in Economics & Econometrics are highly valued for their analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills, leading to career opportunities across a wide range of sectors.  

 

Career opportunities include:

  • Economist

  • Economic Analyst

  • Data Analyst

  • Policy Adviser

  • Financial Analyst

  • Investment Analyst

  • Risk Analyst

  • Business Consultant

  • Market Research Analyst

  • Government Economist

  • Economic Researcher

  • Banking and Finance Professional

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Many students also progress to postgraduate study in economics, finance, public policy, data science, econometrics, international development or business analytics.

Universities to look for:

  • London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

  • University of Oxford

  • University of Cambridge

  • University College London (UCL)

  • The University of Warwick

  • Imperial College London

  • London Business School

  • The University of Manchester

  • The University of Edinburgh

  • Queen Mary University of London

  • University of Nottingham

  • University of Bristol

  • University of Glasgow

  • King's College London

  • University of Leeds

  • Durham University

  • University of Birmingham

  • University of Reading

  • Essex, University of

  • University of Southampton

  • University of York

  • University of Exeter

  • University of Sussex

  • University of Bath

  • University of St Andrews

  • Lancaster University

  • The University of Sheffield

  • SOAS University of London

  • Newcastle University

  • Queen's University Belfast

  • University of Liverpool 

  • Oxford Brookes University

  • City St George’s, University of London

  • Loughborough University

  • Cardiff University

  • University of Surrey

  • University of East Anglia (UEA)

  • University of Aberdeen

  • University of Strathclyde

  • Swansea University

  • University of Leicester

  • Brunel University of London

  • Heriot-Watt University

  • Coventry University

  • Nottingham Trent University

  • Royal Holloway, University of London

  • University of Stirling

  • De Montfort University

  • Kingston University, London

  • University of Portsmouth

  • Aston University

  • University of Kent

  • University of Greenwich

  • London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine

  • Bangor University

  • Cranfield University

  • Birkbeck, University of London

  • University of Dundee

  • University of Huddersfield

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