The BSc Economics and Climate Change at Aberystwyth University equips you to address one of the most pressing global challenges. You will explore the complex interplay between economic systems and environmental sustainability, gaining a deep understanding of market failures that exacerbate climate change and how economic tools can drive solutions. This degree is ideal for students passionate about developing innovative policies, such as carbon trading schemes and taxes, to foster a transition towards a carbon-neutral economy. You will combine scientific insights into climate change with robust economic analysis, preparing you for impactful careers.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate programme is studied over three years, integrating core modules in economic theory, data analytics, and climate science with specialised subjects like environmental economics and the governance of climate change. You will engage with interdisciplinary approaches, developing practical skills through simulation modules and research methods. In your final year, you will undertake a significant dissertation, allowing you to delve deeply into a chosen area. You will graduate with the analytical, interdisciplinary, and policy-development skills essential for contributing to a more just and sustainable world.