BSc Economics and Econometrics with Study Abroad (L142)

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Economics and Econometrics with Study Abroad (L142)

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Course summary

On this degree, you'll develop analytical and quantitative skills applicable to a wide range of careers in economics and beyond.

We teach economics in a technically rigorous way, using mathematical models to formalise key concepts. You will also develop a deep knowledge of econometrics: the statistical methods economists use to analyse data, estimate economic relationships and test theories.

Econometrics is a vital part of modern economics. Because we cannot run controlled experiments on entire economies, econometric methods allow us to isolate causal effects and draw reliable conclusions from empirical observations.

You will build a strong foundation in econometrics, mathematics, statistics, machine learning, data analysis, and micro and macroeconomics. Optional units enable you to tailor the degree to your career ambitions, with choices in areas such as data science, behavioural economics, accounting, auditing, finance, international business and more.

You will also have the opportunity to complete an economics dissertation, allowing you to explore a question that matters to you and to demonstrate your research, analytical and communication skills.

You'll benefit from teaching that's informed by the latest developments in economics and our cutting-edge research; ranked in the top ten for economics and econometrics amongst UK universities (THE analysis of REF 2021). We are also home to the Economics Network, which improves the teaching and learning of economics in universities throughout the UK and Europe.

You'll also explore economics in a non-UK context during a year studying abroad, learning in English but at an international university in one of numerous global destinations available. Visit Centre For Study Abroad to find out more.

By graduation, you'll be well-prepared for a successful career. On average, Bristol economics students earn 10% more than other UK economics graduates 15 months after graduation, typically enjoying salaries between £31,000 and £44,000 in that year (discoveruni.gov.uk, graduates from 2022-23).

Recent BSc Economics and Econometrics graduates have gone on to work in roles such as Investment Analyst, Business Consultant, Data Analyst, and Infrastructure, Strategy and Operations Associate. They work at globally renowned organisations including KPMG, Siemens, and Aon.

Accreditations

Our Economics and Econometrics with Study Abroad BSc is accredited by CIMA.

Course structure

Across three years of this degree, you will study core topics including, microeconomics, macroeconomics, mathematics, statistical methods, econometrics and machine learning. You will also undertake an applied economics research project through your final-year dissertation.

Alongside these mandatory units, you will choose from a wide selection of optional modules offered by the School of Economics, the Business School and other departments. Recent optional units include behavioural economics, data science, environmental economics, business law, accounting, banking, globalisation, health economics, financial crises and communicating economics.

Your third year will be spent at a leading international institution abroad, where you'll learn in English but broaden your horizons through the immersive experience of studying economics in a non-UK context. Discover more on our Centre For Study Abroad pages.

Full details about the course structure and units for this course can be viewed in the programme catalogue.

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Entry requirements

We accept a wide variety of qualifications and welcome applications from students of all backgrounds. Below is a guide to the typical offers for this course.

A*AA including Mathematics
D*DD in any Applied General BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma and A in mathematics at A-level (or equivalent)

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38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including Mathematics with either 6 at Higher Level (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 7 at Standard Level (Analysis and Approaches)
34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including Mathematics with either 5 at Higher Level (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 7 at Standard Level (Analysis and Approaches)

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Advanced Higher: AA including Mathematics, and Standard Higher: AAAAA
Access to HE Diploma in Engineering, Science, or Computing (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include: at least 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or above; and at least 15 credits from Mathematics units, of which at least 12 (including algebra, calculus and trigonometry) must be at Distinction. Or Access to HE Diploma in Business, Humanities, Social Sciences, Psychology, Law or History (or similar titles), with the 45 graded Level 3 credits including at least 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or above, plus A in A-level Mathematics.

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Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales or the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade.
Requirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/M2 is B, and M3 is C.
The University of Bristol welcomes applications from international students, and we accept a wide range of qualifications for undergraduate and postgraduate study.

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