Which economics degree is right for you?

On this course, you will study microeconomics and macroeconomics to an advanced level while several quantitative modules will develop your data analysis and problem-solving skills. You’ll be able to explain how people, firms and governments make decisions in a variety of settings based on incentives and resource constraints. You will engage with current problems ranging from inflation and growth, to international trade, globalisation, the environment, health care, families and education.

You’ll be equipped with tools and knowledge to work in analyst and research jobs, ranging across government, industry and the financial, retail, consultancy or development sectors as well as in academia.

This programme equips you with the skills to launch a successful career in the financial and commercial sectors. Along with a solid foundation of core economic theory, mathematics and econometrics, you will specialise in financial markets, institutions and products. Through trading simulations and portfolio management activities you will gain relevant experience and develop a deeper understanding of finance in practice. The optional modules in your final year will allow you to either extend your quantitative skills or widen your knowledge to other fields in economics. The programme prepares you for a wide range of jobs, e.g. in investment banking, financial consulting.

This recently refreshed programme will appeal to those who want to specialise in the economics related of the business sector. While grounded in economic theory, mathematics and econometrics, this course will enable you to discover how businesses operate and make use of data-supported analysis. By learning how to process and analysing data using a variety of programming platforms, you will discover how businesses can use large datasests to enhance their performance. Skills like these will position you for managerial roles across many business operations (e.g., business strategy, logistics, sales, finance) or related fields (e.g. accounting, auditing).

If you like mathematics but also want to apply it to real-world scenarios, then this degree is for you! You will develop an extensive range of highly technical and quantitative skills and will use them in economics applications. The course content is split between economics and mathematics modules to give you a solid knowledge in both disciplines.

You will be well-suited for a wide variety of different careers involving problem-solving, complex datasets and quantitative tools. For example, you could be working as a data scientist supporting business decision-makers, an analyst for a government agency or a corporate consultant.

“Early on in the programme I felt excited to have a mixture of approaches to learn about the subject. Technical courses helped to establish a foundation that was necessary for later studies, while emphasis on other early courses, such as the one taught on contemporary issues, was a joy to attend. It gave a nice conceptual flavour that nudged us to think about policy relevance of our future work early.”

“I like the fact that in the first and second years, the course provides a great balance between micro- and macro-founded modules, exposing each student to all major areas and topics of economics. Subsequently, the wide selection of modules in the third year allows for specialisation in specific areas of interest.” Tilemachos, Economics BSc student

“I love my course because of how mathematically challenging it is. It allows me to understand complex problems and build on my problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.” Syed, Economics and Finance BSc

“The course had a great balance. The mathematical component really complemented the economics, where often you’re applying these concepts and skills…. An Economics and Mathematics degree is gold dust on the job market!”

"My lecturers are world experts and at the forefront of their research which makes lectures and seminars incredibly exciting and interesting! The teaching staff also put a lot of effort into making sure that graduates are employable and will succeed in their career interests."

"Taking the foundation year has worked wonders for my confidence.... Now that I’m in my first year of the degree, I like being able to know how to operate SurreyLearn, navigate my way around the campus, where the best places to eat are and where to go for a good night out – it’s put me at such an advantage over first years just starting out."