Course summary

Overview Our world is facing immense challenges, from climate change to political polarisation and a widening gap between the haves and the have-nots. On our BA in Global Development with Economics with a Year Abroad, you'll explore big questions like: Why are some countries richer than others? Who wins and who loses from globalisation? And which is more effective at reducing poverty—aid or trade? This innovative course blends a strong interdisciplinary foundation with a specialist economics lens. You’ll study contemporary issues from an economics perspective – including poverty, exclusion, deprivation, foreign aid, the environment, trade, and globalisation. You’ll examine the root causes of economic and social inequality and explore the policies and processes that can help reduce them. You’ll develop practical skills in economic methods and statistics, master data analysis techniques, and gain hands-on experience with specialist statistical software. This dynamic course provides a broad foundation in key development issues, organisations, and practices, combining economic insights with perspectives from across the social sciences - including anthropology, environmental sciences, geography, media, and politics. You'll explore different world regions and have the flexibility to tailor your studies to your evolving interests. In your third year, you’ll also have the exciting opportunity to study at one of our many partner universities around the world. In recent years students have gone to universities in Ghana, Mexico, Japan, and Australia, amongst many others. By studying with us, you’ll join our close-knit academic community, made up of experts from across multiple disciplines, all housed within the School of Global Development. Collectively our research on Global Development is ranked 1st in the UK (REF 2021). After graduation, you'll be well equipped for a rewarding career in development and beyond. Our graduates go on to work in government departments, universities, think tanks, consultancy firms, as well as local and national charities. Disclaimer Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk