Economics (V13)

In this diploma, you’ll explore contemporary socio-economic issues by learning to apply economic theories and techniques to real-world situations. You'll learn to use specialised software to apply statistical concepts to economic data and carry out a research project. The analytical skills you'll learn are greatly valued by employers. This diploma is suited to graduates in any discipline and can be completed in two years. You’ll have evidence of a systematic study of economics without completing a full degree. If you wish to gain an economics degree later, you may be able to count the credits gained from this diploma.

Key features of the course

• Gain a good basic knowledge of economic theory and an understanding of economic issues.

• Analyse some of the most compelling challenges facing us today, such as inequality and unemployment, and issues facing business.

• Engage in economic debate, assess qualitative and quantitative evidence and its usefulness in relation to economic theories.

• Learn to analyse economics data using statistical techniques.

Course Modules

This economics diploma has one stage, comprising 120 credits.

You’ll be introduced to economics as a discipline and learn core economic theories and techniques. These will be applicable to studying the economy as a whole (macroeconomics) and for individual economic agents, such as firms and households (microeconomics). You’ll also learn the key concepts and techniques used in the analysis of economic data.

In the second module you’ll study economic theories and techniques in more depth. You’ll also be introduced to econometrics, the statistical analysis of economic data, and learn about various research methods that you can use in a small research project on a topic of your choice.