Economics

The BSc (Hons) Economics is infused with a strong global interest. Courses use case studies and examples from around the world and, in many courses, students are able to choose a case study for their assessments.

The economics curriculum covers three key elements of economics:

1. economic theory (microeconomics and macroeconomics)
2. quantitative study (mathematics, statistics, econometrics)
3. specialist contextual study (for example, economic history, finance, and political economy)

Economics students develop a wide range of skills. They become disciplined thinkers and problem-solvers, competent in both quantitative and qualitative analysis, and highly equipped in the inquiry of how societies might develop and progress their material and psychological well-being, as well as being analysers of human behaviour. Students develop vital credentials to manage data and analyse it, and to communicate their results in ways that are suitable for diverse audiences.

These valuable and transferable skills open up a wide array of career possibilities upon graduation.

Interdisciplinary Study
This degree programme combines a rigorous economics syllabus with a personalised elective pathway. Students can choose to deepen their focus on economics through their elective courses, or they can further contextualise and broaden their studies with courses that match other interests and goals. Focus on one subject or study multiple subjects.

Discipline Pathways include:

Art & Design
Business
Computer Science
Creative Writing
Data Science
Economics
English
History
Law
Philosophy
Politics & International Relations
Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE)

Global Experience
Northeastern University London offers students exciting global experience opportunities. By coming to study with us you have the opportunity to embrace a global mindset from day one, integrating yourself into a diverse community of more than 74 different nationalities, with students coming to study in London from across Northeastern University’s Global Campus Network.

Semester Abroad
Our degree programmes offer you the opportunity to spend a semester abroad studying at Northeastern University’s campus in either Boston, Massachusetts or Oakland, California. You’ll enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience, which includes opportunities to expand your horizons and network, engage with another culture, develop your independence, and experience learning in a different style and environment.

Double Degree
In addition to three-year UK degree programmes, Northeastern University London offers unique opportunities for students to study for two globally recognised degrees simultaneously over 4 years – a UK undergraduate degree awarded by Northeastern University London, and a US bachelor’s degree awarded by Northeastern University (Boston, MA.) Double degree students undertake their fourth year of study in the USA.

There are also options to study for a UK undergraduate degree and a US masters degree over four years, or a UK undergraduate degree and UK masters degree.