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BSc Economics

University of Reading

Institution
University of Reading
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BSc Economics
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
L100
Typical offer
A-level ABB, IB 32

Entry requirements

A level: ABB (Mathematics is a preferred subject, but not essential) IB: 32 points overall, including 5 in Maths at standard level

About this course

BSc in Economics, providing analytical training in economic theory and quantitative methods. Core topics include Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Programming, Financial Analysis, Research Methods, and Human Behaviour. The programme includes optional modules in areas such as Climate Change, Banking, and Sport and Games, and offers computer lab sessions with econometric software used by professional economists.

Modules

  • Introductory Microeconomics
  • Introductory Macroeconomics
  • Applied Economics and Policy
  • Mathematical Methods for Economists
  • Core Competencies in Economics
  • Economics of Climate Change
  • History of Economic Thought
  • Globalisation and the History of Western Capitalism
  • Microeconomics
  • Macroeconomics
  • Introductory Econometrics
  • Intermediate Econometrics
  • Business Economics
  • Games and Economic Behaviour
  • Economics of Social Policy
  • Economic History
  • Advanced Microeconomics
  • Advanced Macroeconomics
  • Public Economics
  • Econometric Methods
  • Behavioural Economics
  • Industrial Organisation
  • Financial Economics
  • The Economics of Sports and Games
  • Environmental Economics
  • International Economics
  • Development Economics
  • Money and Banking
  • Economics of Labour
  • Reasoning and Choice: Game Theory for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
  • Dissertation