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University of Birmingham
speciality: Economics

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What Is an Economics Degree?

Are you passionate about the business and finance sector? Do you follow the national and international news? Then, an Economics degree is the answer. It has always been one of the most sought-after degrees amongst youth. 

Economics degrees are designed to tackle all the issues that have an impact on financial situations, ranging from production to how resources are used. Candidates are trained to understand how the economy suffers fluctuations based on the market’s needs and wants followed by the market’s supply and demand.

By far one of the most crucial elements is that economics is divided into microeconomics and macroeconomic. Microeconomics deals with the economic behaviour at an individual level (companies, buyers, sellers and others), whilst macroeconomics illustrates the bigger picture, on a national or global scale (unemployment, economic growth, inflation and so on).

Benefits of an Economics Degree

Having an economics degree increases anyone’s chances to find a job, regardless of the field. This is mainly due to the fact that graduates hold many transferable abilities, such as analytical and problem-solving skills, that are suitable for any career. 

A study made by the London School of Economics and Political Science showed that graduates from an economics course have a starting salary of £33,000 per year. Having a job in the field right after graduation is a major positive aspect and comes with a lot of opportunities for career advancement.

Economics Degree Structure

Economics degrees are usually a three years commitment and sometimes are offered as part of a joint degree. This means that Economics can be studied along with another subject such as engineering, management, law, computer science and others.

This degree can be found either as a Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Arts (BA). The BSc focuses more on economical theory and statistical techniques, while BA is combined with social sciences and qualitative modules. 

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  • Economics
    Shaun
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    The program modules are enjoyable. Main modules include Principles of Economics, Maths for Economics, Statistics, and Global Economics. Some are boring however understandable as all areas of economics need to be presented. Often the teachers are very monotone or could explain things in a more understandable manner. The student life is diverse and enjoyable.

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    Programme: Economics
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2024
    Delivery Type: Blended
    Campus: Birmingham
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  • Economics and ...
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    Efficiency of the professors, regulated industry/courses students are offered.

    I would take into consideration private study rooms for students and make spaces larger. Also, in the cafeteria sense, students should be offered more variety. Lastly, the program is very well taught.

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    Programme: Economics and Business
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2023
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Birmingham
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  • Economics
    Rhea
    Friendly Community, Quality Education

    I study in the University of Birmingham’s Dubai campus and the campus has a very friendly community, with approachable staff and faculty members, as well as students. Since the university has a competitive atmosphere, it breeds a desire to excel among students and encourages them to perform to the best of their abilities. Moreover, the lecturers offer assistance to students via one-one meetings, that can be scheduled by students.
    The University provides various internship opportunities with reputable companies to its students so they can effectively build their CV.

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    Programme: Economics
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Delivery Type: Blended
    Campus: Birmingham
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  • Economics
    Tanvi
    Student Life and Faculty

    As a student of this prestigious university, I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to study in the UK. Their student life is so vibrant and very inclusive so you are sure to find societies and activities you like. They have special emphasis on integrating different cultures together. Their faculty are so knowledgeable in their subjects and are very approachable. The career services are one of the best and won’t stop till you get your dream placement. Wellbeing support is one of their best features. They will make sure you enjoy your time at university.

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    Programme: Economics
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2022
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Birmingham
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  • Economics and ...
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    Strong Student Focus

    It’s a great uni that caters to the needs of students. The teachers are all very understanding of the students needs and caters to each of them and the staff are all friendly. The university is building towards a stronger community amongst the students.

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    Programme: Economics and Business
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2022
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Birmingham
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  • Modern Foreign ...
    Languages Cultures and Economics
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    Great university

    It is a Great university with a beautiful campus. A lot of facilities available for students. There is a good student life with lot of international students . A good teaching and lot of great professors.

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    Programme: Modern Foreign Languages Cultures and Economics
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2020
    Campus: Birmingham
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  • Economics and ...
    Business
    Ifeoma
    A citadel of learning excellence and value

    The University of Birmingham is a triple-accredited higher education institution with a track record. With it main campus in Edgbaston, Birmingham, the University and all its schools exude a warm and enabling environment aimed at delivering a world-class learning experience, no matter your chosen mode of learning, either full-time or distance online learning. The student enrollment advisors are supportive and walk you through the application process and the student support advisors continue to give support to students throughout their learning journey.

    The University offers a wide range of programs and degrees and they cater to a diverse multi-national student body and an active thriving international community. The tuition and accommodation fees are affordable and there are scholarships opportunities and bursaries for qualifying domestic and international students. Throughout your study, you are engaged in an exciting, relevant and value-adding learning experience with seasoned professors, module leaders and guest tutors.

    The University of Birmingham has thrived during the Covid-19 pandemic by progressing somewhat seamlessly to online learning and working from home for its students and Staff respectively, supported by the Student Well-being team. The Student Guild officers are also very supportive to the student body and the officers who are also students are attuned with the pains and challenges of the students, with which they escalate to the School’s management for resolution.

    The University of Birmingham is a citadel of learning excellence and I am proud to be an alumni of the school, because I know I have gotten value from investing in my education and choosing the University as the institution to receive my postgraduate award.

    I encourage anyone planning to attend the University as a student, to sign up for the open days organised on campus or virtually, to immense themselves firsthand in the excellent learning experience and culture of progressive education, that University of Birmingham promise to offer to all its prospective students.

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    Programme: Economics and Business
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2021
    Campus: Birmingham
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