Course summary

Explore the relationship between economic and political aspects of the modern world in this dual honours degree. Explore the relationship between economics and politics, how it shapes policy decisions, and informs our daily life. You’ll analyse political ideas, institutions and practices, developing the quantitative and analytical skills essential for economists. After a first year spent primarily on mathematics, micro- and macroeconomic analysis, your second year will see you create your own mix of core and optional modules in both economics and politics. With the option to complete year-long work placement after your second year, you’ll achieve a balanced understanding of both disciplines as you move into your third year. Your final year includes a project or dissertation in politics, and you can apply your economics skills to contemporary issues and themes in a module on economics policy and practice. Why study this course?

• Work experience opportunities: This degree comes with the opportunity to do a year-long, paid work placement with a leading employer in your second year. You will also be able to do internships, voluntary work and access employability advice and workshops through the Sheffield Economics Employability Development (SEED) scheme.

• Research-informed teaching: You’ll be taught by political experts and economists whose modules are informed by their latest research.

• Variety, choice and flexibility: Rooted in core economic theory and analysis, with options to broaden the scope of the degree according to your interests.

• Excellent career prospects: Our graduates develop the key skills that employers in a variety of fields value. They go on to kick start careers across computing, banking, actuarial work and data science for employers such as Amazon, the Bank of England, Goldman Sachs, IBM, PwC, HM Treasury, the NHS and the Civil Service.