Economics

Why Economics in Brighton

Brighton’s economics department topped the UK’s 2025 National Student Survey for teaching quality and academic support. Three years after graduating, its business alumni rank in the top 10% for earnings among universities with similar entry requirements, which speaks to the program’s practical value. The school holds AACSB accreditation—a distinction shared by fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide—while Beepurple provides free entrepreneurial consulting for students launching ventures or freelance projects.

Business Management with Economics BSc

Business Management with Economics BSc(Hons) builds analytical and quantitative skills through economic modeling, statistical analysis, and financial forecasting. The first year establishes a broad foundation across economics, entrepreneurship, marketing, and law, after which students choose their specialization. Between the second and final years, they can complete a paid placement that includes a business project counting toward their degree assessment.

Economics and Finance MSc at University of Brighton

Economics and Finance MSc equips students to analyze complex market dynamics by examining how Brexit, elections, and pandemics shape investment opportunities during global instability. The program unfolds in three stages: foundational modules in finance and research methods, specialized coursework, then a dissertation defended in October. Full-time students can also opt for a year-long paid placement between these phases.

Economics BSc

Economics BSc(Hons) explores how human behavior and social processes drive economic decisions, preparing graduates to contribute to sustainable development. After the first year, students choose between a broad economics track or specialization in finance or Data Science. The second year deepens macro- and microeconomic theory with practical applications, while the third introduces labor economics and contemporary issues alongside elective options.

Economics with Data Science BSc

Economics with Data Science BSc(Hons) merges big data analytics with economic expertise through programming, business information methodologies, and algorithms that support decision-making in finance and operations. Career paths include data analyst, economic consultant, and econometrician roles. After their second year, students can pursue placements at American Express, Bank of America, KPMG, or PwC, gaining corporate-level experience with real business challenges.

Economics with Finance BSc

Economics with Finance BSc(Hons) combines financial market theory with quantitative methods, teaching students to evaluate funding sources, assess investment opportunities, and model forecasts using Bloomberg terminals. This preparation supports careers as investment bankers, financial analysts, or portfolio managers. A year-long placement between the second and third years strengthens graduates’ employability by bridging academic knowledge with sector experience.