Course Overview

BSc Economics and Social Policy allow you to study a wide range of economic, social, political, and geographical theories while learning how to apply them to contemporary policy issues.

This economics and social policy degree will help you to address important issues such as:

What explains the massive differences in prosperity across the globe, both between countries and between individuals within countries?

How do different economic systems affect these outcomes?

What is the role of government and other power structures in affecting economic and social outcomes?

How do political systems differ across the world?

What role do gender and race play in economic, political, and social systems?

We will provide you with rigorous training in economics and a broad understanding of social policy and politics. As you make progress through the course, you will be able to choose a greater specialization in economics or other disciplines as you wish.

Our students go on to build successful careers with a variety of employers in a range of sectors, including government departments, the Bank of England, UK regulatory bodies, commercial banks, local government, social services, and teaching.

General Eligibility

UCAS TARIFF POINTS:

96-128 points (e.g. A-levels CCC-ABB)

The UCAS tariff score is applicable to you if you have recently studied a qualification that has a UCAS tariff equivalence. UCAS provides a tariff calculator for you to work out what your qualification is worth within the UCAS tariff.

GCSEs:

3 years full-time and 4 years part-time: GCSE grade A*-C or grade 9-4 in English and mathematics.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this course is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 7.0, and at least 6.5 in writing.