Economics with Finance and Accounting

This degree provides a rigorous training in economic theory and quantitative methods while integrating specialist knowledge of finance and accounting. It is designed for students who want to understand how markets, firms, and financial systems operate, and how accounting information shapes business and economic decision-making.

• Explore the real-world relevance of economics, finance, and accounting: You’ll study in an environment that encourages independent thinking and critical analysis.

• Develop a strong foundation in economic principles: Learn about quantitative analysis and financial management, while also engaging with broader questions about ethics, policy, and sustainability in the modern economy.

• Join a vibrant, interdisciplinary community of scholars: We take a distinctive and critical approach to the study of economics and business.

• Pursue an integrated study of economics, finance and accounting: Learn how economic theory connects with the financial and accounting practices that shape firms and markets.

• Participate in applied and analytical training: Build strong quantitative and modelling skills using real-world data to analyse economic and financial issues.

• Explore a critical and global perspective: Understand how finance and accounting operate within broader economic systems and global value chains.

• Gain career-ready skills: Develop practical abilities in financial analysis, management accounting, and data interpretation, preparing you for a range of professional roles.

• Study in London, one of the world’s major financial centres: You’ll have access to guest lectures, internships, and professional networks.

• Get tailored personal tutoring and academic support: You’ll be assigned a personal tutor who can provide individual guidance and support, helping you to achieve your academic and professional goals.

• Graduate with the analytical depth of an economics degree paired with practical skills in finance and accounting: You’ll gain skills that are highly valued by employers in banking, consultancy, government and industry.

Course Modules

Year 1
In your first year, you'll study 120 credits of compulsory modules these may include:

• Introductory Economics

• Mathematics for Economics and Business

• Introduction to Financial Accounting

• Introduction to Management Accounting

• Critical Thinking

• Researching Our World and Lives

Year 2
In your second year, you will study 90 credits worth of compulsory modules and 30 credits worth of optional modules, these may include:
Compulsory modules:

• Management Accounting

• Corporate Finance

• Intermediate Microeconomics

• Money, Banking and the Financial System

• Financial Accounting

• Goldsmiths Project

Optional modules:

• Statistics for Economists

• Applied Quantitative Economics

• History of Economic Ideas

• Economic History

• Intermediate Macroeconomics

Year 3
In your third year, you will study 60 credits of compulsory modules and choose 60 credits (4 modules) worth of optional modules these may include:
Compulsory modules:

• Understanding Financial Crises

• Entrepreneurial Finance

• Behavioural Economics and Finance

• Financial Economics: Options, Futures and Derivatives

Optional modules:

• International Economics

• Econometrics

• Advanced Econometrics

• Spreadsheet Modelling for Business

• Public Economics

• Development Economics

• Individual and Institutional Economic Behaviour

• Communication and Presentation Skills

• Innovation Case Studies

• Psychology of Marketing and Advertising

• Business in the Digital Economy

• Marketing Analytics

Please note, all modules on this programme are subject to validation.

You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods, depending on your module choices. These may include coursework, examinations, group work, presentations and projects.