The BSc (Hons) Economics at the University of Hertfordshire equips you to understand and influence the complex economic forces shaping our world. You will explore a blend of modern heterodox and traditional economic methods, enabling you to apply economic principles to a wide range of current issues, from financial crises to climate change. This degree is designed for intellectually curious individuals who want to develop robust analytical and quantitative skills to address real-world economic challenges and contribute to informed decision-making in diverse sectors.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over three years, with a minimum of eight hours of in-person teaching per week, supplemented by online content and weekly module leader drop-ins. You will build your expertise through compulsory modules in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and quantitative methods, with the flexibility to tailor your studies in the final year through optional modules like Game Theory or Political Economy of Climate Change. You will graduate with practical skills in econometrics and economic analysis, prepared for careers in finance, policy, research, and beyond.