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Course summary
Economic considerations play an important role in our personal lives and influence key social and political issues such as government policy, international trade, business decisions, work and climate change. Studying this degree, you'll learn economic concepts, theories and techniques that will enable you to understand real world problems and help you make more informed decisions in your own life. You'll be able to specialise in an area of economics and carry out a project on a topic of your choice. The analytical skills and statistical techniques that this degree develops are highly valued by employers. Key features of the course
- Use macroeconomic and microeconomic theories to analyse key real-world topics in society, such as employment, markets and businesses, finance, new technology and government policy.
- Study econometrics, applying statistical methods to real economic problems and use specialised software.
- Develop skills in analytical thought, research, numeracy and data analysis that make economists highly sought after by employers.
- Carry out an economic research project on a topic of your own choice.
Modules
This degree has three stages. Stage 1 will give you the necessary grounding in economics, personal finance, statistics and mathematics. Next, in Stage 2, you'll cover the core economic theories and methods that have a variety of applications. Stage 3 completes your degree and you'll learn about economic theories and techniques in more depth before carrying out a small research project.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £21816 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £20952 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £7128 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £6954 | Whole course |
| Wales | £7872 | Whole course |
| EU | £22416 | Whole course |
| International | £22416 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £22416 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Fee information is valid for modules starting before 31 July 2025. Fees typically increase annually.
Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ