Department of Economics

In an ever-changing world, the role and influence of economics has never been more important. From the fragility of global markets, to the impact of immigration, and the organisation of healthcare systems, economics touches on all areas of modern life.

Located close to the City of London – the world’s leading financial capital - the Department of Economics is a dynamic centre for research and education.

At undergraduate level we offer students a solid foundation in economics and finance with flexible programmes and a variety of electives.

Our wide range of Master’s courses allow students to tailor their career to their professional interests, with specialisms in economic theory as well as behavioural, business, health and development economics.

The curriculum is directly informed by research from our world-leading academics, covering subject areas including microeconomic theory, applied microeconomics, macroeconomics, and financial economics.

We are proud of our engagement with industry and employers, supporting students to develop the skills, knowledge and experience required to forge successful careers after graduation.

From summer 2022, the Department forms part of City’s new School of Policy & Global Affairs . This will enable a greater focus on interdisciplinary collaboration in research and education with the Department of International Politics, and the Department of Sociology and Criminology.

The department offers a range of Economics courses at undergraduate, postgraduate taught and research degree level.

Undergraduate

BSc (Hons) Economics

This flexible degree will prepare you for the widest range of careers in economics, business and finance. It has the structure with the most flexibility and has the widest variety of elective choice.

BSc (Hons) Economics (Economics with Econometrics)

This degree is very similar to the BSc Economics degree, but with a larger emphasis on data analysis. The choice of core modules will prepare you for careers in economics, business and finance that require more advanced data analysis.

BSc (Hons) Economics with Accounting

This accredited economics degree is designed for anyone who wants to pursue a career in accountancy, finance or banking. It gives you a head start in any accounting-related career with modules accredited by accounting bodies – useful for later professional training and exam exemptions.

BSc (Hons) Financial Economics

This degree will teach the economics of financial markets, and help you develop the analytical abilities of a trained financial economist. It is very suitable for a career in finance or investment banking.

Postgraduate

MSc Economic Evaluation in Healthcare

Gain vital skills to carry out economic evaluation in the health care sector and answer some of the most critical policy questions in the world today.

MSc Economics

Develop theoretical, applied and empirical tools to analyse economic problems opening a wide range of careers in business, finance, policymaking and further study.

MSc Financial Economics

Develop an advanced understanding of modern economic theory to solve problems in the ever-changing world of finance.

MSc Health Economics and Policy

Acquire a highly valued set of skills required to make key decisions as a health economics expert in both developed and developing countries.

Research degrees

PhD / MPhil Economics

We have a wide-ranging but focused research programme with an emphasis on rigorous economic and econometric modelling as well as a concern for practical applications in both private and public sectors.

Our PhD students have access to training opportunities offered by the South East Network for Social Sciences (SeNSS) Doctoral Training Programme and can benefit from training provided by the Doctoral College.

They also have access to modules, summer schools and training opportunities offered by PhD Training Networks (ShoT/SEDOT).

The Department’s facilities and subscriptions support students in their learning and help them prepare for their future careers.

We have a subscription to Bloomberg and Datastream, both of which are available in the Northampton Square Library.

Anyone working in any part of the financial services sector - investment banking, hedge funds, compliance, regulation, etc. - must use the Bloomberg software on a daily basis.

Economics undergraduate and postgraduate students can obtain the Bloomberg certificate, a qualification which will assist you in the job market.

The Department has a full online subscription to Elsevier's extensive Handbooks in Economics series. Free online subscriptions to the Financial Times and The Economist are also available.

Extracurricular Activities

The Department is a dynamic centre for learning and we seek to engage our students outside of the classroom, as well as in the lecture theatre. To this end, we organise a number of extracurricular activities:

• Book Club
• Trading Competition
• Schumpeter Journal
• Ambassador Scheme

The Department also collaborates with the Economics Society to organise talks, workshops and careers-related events.

There are a wide range of employment opportunities for economists in economic and management consultancies, multinationals, government agencies and in business and finance, particularly in the City of London.

Our graduates succeed in a highly competitive job market thanks to the experience and skills gained on a professional placement year. Past students have undertaken placements with organisations like the Department for Work and Pensions, GlaxoSmithKline, RBS and HM Treasury.

We have a dedicated Careers Consultant who, in collaboration with our Employability Lead, organises regular career events during the academic year to help students explore career paths.

We also have an extensive community of alumni who regularly come to the Department to talk to our students and share their experiences. Our active LinkedIn Group for alumni helps graduates build their networks and they also get free lifetime membership to City's Alumni network.

What our graduates are doing now

• Operational Governance Analyst, SagePay
• Senior Associate, Deloitte
• Policy Advisor, HM Treasury
• Strategy and Finance Analyst, The Post Office
• Associate, PricewaterhouseCoopers
• Risk Consultant, KPMG UK
• Financial Services Tax Associate, Grant Thornton UK
• Assistant Economist, Department for Business Innovation and Skills
• Hedge Fund Accountant, Wells Fargo
• Health Economist, University of Liverpool
• Interest rate Trader, Morgan Stanley
• Human rights specialist, Alpha Bank