
- UCAS course code
- L102
- UCAS institution code
- M20
Course description
The BSc Economics course is for quantitative economics specialists with a strong mathematical background.
You will discover a range of economics branches before specialising, benefitting from an engaging and interactive learning experience at one of the UK's most historic centres for economic study.
You also receive training for the compulsory stream units in economic principles, mathematical modelling and econometric techniques.
Modern professional economists need to have a clear understanding of economic principles in order to recognise and model relevant economic problems.
We ensure you are equipped with mathematical and econometric tools in order to solve and analyse such problems.
Our carefully designed degree combines compulsory units in core economics and quantitative methods and the opportunity to specialise in a particular area of interest through optional course units.
Employers look for candidates who can produce sound and clear reports that make sense of the available data using advanced quantitative skills in analysis and modelling.
The analytical reasoning, essay writing and quantitative techniques provided give you the best employment prospects and a healthy start in your career. These skills can be developed and sharpened by choosing an optional dissertation in Year 3.
Special features
Leading research
World-leading research and teaching in economics has been at the heart of higher education in Manchester since the early days of the University.
Manchester professor William Stanley Jevons (1835 to 1882) helped build the foundations of modern economics.
Three winners of the Nobel Prize in Economics have worked at Manchester:
- Sir John Hicks (1904 to 1989) wrote his most important works on welfare economics during his time at Manchester.
- Sir Arthur Lewis (1915 to 1991) for his pioneering work in development economics.
- Joseph Stiglitz (Nobel Prize winner 2001) has led the Brooks World Poverty Institute.
We are proud to be a leading centre for economic research, scholarship and research-led teaching in all areas of the discipline, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, financial economics, environmental and resource economics, development economics and industrial/business economics.
Study abroad
You can apply in Year 2. If you are successful, you will put together a package of course units at your host university in consultation with your Academic Exchange Advisor in Manchester.
Teaching and learning
Course units feature formal lectures supported by smaller tutorials or seminars where you explore the contents of lectures and recommended reading in depth.
Tutorials and seminars are key in improving your written and oral communication skills through group discussions, essay-writing, and presentations.
You are assigned an Academic Advisor who takes a friendly interest in your progress and can advise you on selecting course units and career opportunities.
Coursework and assessment
The range of methods is designed to promote in-depth learning and understanding, including:
- essays, coursework and other mid-term evaluations;
- dissertations;
- presentations and group projects; and
- exams.
Course content for year 1
Each year of study consists of 120 course credits. Each course unit is worth either 10 or 20 credits.
Course units for year 1
The course unit details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
Title | Code | Credit rating | Mandatory/optional |
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Studying Economics | ECON10011 | 10 | Mandatory |
Adv Maths - BAEcon & BSc Econ | ECON10071 | 10 | Mandatory |
Advanced Statistics | ECON10072 | 10 | Mandatory |
Applied Economics | ECON10162 | 10 | Mandatory |
Microeconomic Analysis 1 | ECON10171 | 10 | Mandatory |
Microeconomic Analysis 2 | ECON10172 | 10 | Mandatory |
Macroeconomic Analysis 1 | ECON10181 | 10 | Mandatory |
Macroeconomic Analysis 2 | ECON10182 | 10 | Mandatory |
Introduction to Mathematical Economics | ECON10192 | 10 | Mandatory |
Financial Decision Making | BMAN10522 | 10 | Optional |
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Course content for year 2
Year 2 focuses on developing your understanding of micro and macroeconomics principles, mathematical economics and econometrics.
Course units for year 2
The course unit details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
Title | Code | Credit rating | Mandatory/optional |
---|---|---|---|
Econometrics | ECON20110 | 20 | Mandatory |
Mathematical Economics I | ECON20120 | 20 | Mandatory |
Microeconomic Analysis 3 | ECON20501 | 10 | Mandatory |
Microeconomic Analysis 4 | ECON20512 | 10 | Mandatory |
Macroeconomic Analysis 3 | ECON20521 | 10 | Mandatory |
Macroeconomic Analysis 4 | ECON20532 | 10 | Mandatory |
Investment Analysis | BMAN20072 | 10 | Optional |
Financial Markets and Institutions | BMAN21011 | 10 | Optional |
Foundations of Finance A | BMAN23000 | 20 | Optional |
Foundations of Finance A | BMAN23000A | 20 | Optional |
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Course content for year 3
In Year 3, there are no compulsory units. You choose from a range of specialised course units, including the option to produce a dissertation in applied economics.
Course units for year 3
The course unit details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
Title | Code | Credit rating | Mandatory/optional |
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International Finance | BMAN30060 | 20 | Optional |
Financial Derivatives | BMAN30091 | 10 | Optional |
Advanced Corporate Finance | BMAN30111 | 20 | Optional |
Financial Engineering | BMAN30242 | 10 | Optional |
Corporate Contracting and Managerial Behaviour | BMAN30702 | 10 | Optional |
Financial Market Microstructure | BMAN31792 | 10 | Optional |
Applied Practical Investing | BMAN32082 | 10 | Optional |
Advanced Microeconomics | ECON30001 | 20 | Optional |
Advanced Macroeconomics | ECON30002 | 20 | Optional |
Topics in Inequality & Poverty | ECON30041 | 10 | Optional |
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Scholarships and bursaries
Some undergraduate UK students will receive bursaries of up to £2,000 per year, in addition to the government package of maintenance grants.
You can get more information and advice on student finance to help you manage your money.