The BA (Hons) Economics with Foundation Year at the University of Derby offers you a comprehensive pathway into the dynamic world of economic principles and their real-world applications. This degree is ideal if you are passionate about understanding market behaviour, economic policy, and quantitative analysis, preparing you for a variety of impactful careers. You will explore core economic theories, develop essential data analysis skills, and gain insights into contemporary economic issues, equipping you with the critical thinking and analytical tools necessary to navigate complex financial and business landscapes.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree spans four years, including a foundational year designed to build your academic and study skills. Throughout your studies, you will engage with modules covering microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and applied economics, with opportunities to specialise in areas like international business economics or sustainable growth. You will work on projects, hone your quantitative analysis abilities, and undertake an economics project in your final year, graduating with a robust understanding of economic drivers and pathways to careers in finance, policy, and business consultancy.