The BSc Economics and Politics degree at Aberystwyth University equips you to understand and navigate the complex interplay between global markets and political systems. You will delve into economic theory and policy, exploring how contemporary issues like pandemics, financial crises, and climate change impact trade and globalisation. Simultaneously, you will examine the concepts, practices, and historical contexts that shape political decision-making and societal challenges. This undergraduate programme is ideal for students seeking to develop a robust analytical framework to understand and influence economic and political outcomes.
This full-time, on-campus degree, studied over three years, offers a dynamic learning experience. You will engage with core modules in economic theory, policy applications, and political analysis, alongside a wide range of optional subjects covering areas such as international relations, environmental economics, and data analytics. In your final year, you will have the opportunity to undertake a significant dissertation, applying your acquired knowledge to a topic of your choice. You will graduate with highly transferable analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills, prepared for diverse career paths in government, international organisations, finance, and policy analysis.