22Jun
UndergraduateGoldsmiths, University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
This degree offers you rigorous and relevant training in economic theory, economic history, modelling, coding, statistics, and econometrics with real-world applications Why study BSc Economics at Goldsmiths
- You’ll be given rigorous training in economic theory and a range of quantitative techniques.
- It provides a deep understanding of economic contexts, so that you can use the most appropriate data and techniques for each problem you address.
- You'll investigate broad empirical questions that explore the different uses of data within economics and the social sciences.
- It offers an understanding of the real-world context of economics. So that you'll be able to effectively use data and techniques to solve key empirical problems in today’s economy.
- London is the financial hub of the UK and you will have access to today’s best business leaders, economists, and policy practitioners.
- It gives you access to a wide range of jobs in consultancy, finance, data analysis, and government.
- You will study in small groups and will be assigned a personal tutor during the three years of your undergraduate degree. Your tutor will meet regularly with you, follow your progress, and help whenever you need.
- Through the UK Turing Scheme you can spend half of your second year at a university in Europe. You will attend modules, experience a different culture and academic environment, and could learn a new language.
Modules
Year 1(credit level 4) In your first year you'll take the following compulsory modules. Introductory Economics Economic Reasoning Interdisciplinary Perspectives on the Economy Mathematics for Economics and Business Identity, Agency & Environment 1 Identity, Agency & Environment 2 Year 2 (credit level 5) In your second year, you'll take the following compulsory modules. Intermediate Microeconomics Intermediate Macroeconomics Quantitative Economics Applied Quantitative Economics History of Economic Ideas Economic History My Career Strategy or Goldsmiths’ Social Change Module In addition, you'll choose another optional module from the Institute of Management Studies or other relevant options in other departments. Choices include: Accounting and Finance, Development Economics, Money, Banking and the Financial System, Entrepreneurial Behaviour, and many more. Year 3 (credit level 6) In your third year, you'll take the following compulsory modules International Economics Public Economics Econometrics Advanced Econometrics Communications and Presentation Skills You'll also have to choose one or more of the following options: Manias, Bubbles, Crises and Market Failure Individual and Institutional Economic Behaviour Gender, Race and Economic Relations From National Statistics to Big Data Depending on how many of the above modules you’ve chosen, you will have to choose up to another two options from the Institute of Management Studies or other relevant options in other departments. Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.
Assessment method
You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods, depending on your module choices. These may include coursework, examinations, group work and projects.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L100
- Institution code:
- G56
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits
Scottish Higher - BBBBC
Scottish Advanced Higher - BBC
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 33 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H2
T Level - M
We welcome students with a range of educational experiences. If you believe you may not meet the standard qualification requirements we would still encourage you to apply because we consider all aspects of your application when making a decision.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With a 6.0 in writing and no element lower than 5.5 |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
Goldsmiths, University of London
New Cross
Lewisham
SE14 6NW