The BSc Economics and Mathematics at the University of Bristol offers you a rigorous academic pathway into understanding complex global challenges through the lens of quantitative analysis and economic theory. This degree is ideal if you possess a strong aptitude for both mathematical reasoning and economic principles, and you are keen to apply advanced analytical tools to real-world problems. You will explore core concepts in econometrics, probability, statistics, microeconomics, and macroeconomics, developing a sophisticated understanding of how data can be used to model and predict economic behaviour.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over three years, building a robust foundation in Year 1 before specialising in Years 2 and 3. The curriculum allows you to tailor your learning through a wide array of optional units, from machine learning for economic analysis to financial risk management and time series analysis, alongside mathematics units such as multivariable calculus and numerical analysis. In your final year, you have the opportunity to undertake a significant applied economics dissertation, applying your acquired skills to a research question of your choice. You will graduate with a versatile skillset, prepared for careers in finance, data science, economic consulting, and public policy.