Economics

About this programme

Cutting-edge curriculum to understand and address the challenges of today’s world. Our Economics degree at Cardiff Met is designed to develop your understanding of the principles, practices and theories of Economics. Economists examine issues, identify trends and deal with financial uncertainty. You’ll explore how people and businesses invest and allocate their resources, and we’ll equip you with a set of tools to help you understand how the world works. You won’t just learn economic theories, you’ll also be able to analyse their impact on society, evaluate different viewpoints and apply those concepts to real-life situations. You’ll have full access to the Financial Times online, one of the world’s most trusted financial resources, to help you understand the wider economic environment. Benefit from our extensive links with industry through guest lectures by industry experts, field trips and the opportunity to study abroad. We work closely with industry, including the Government Economic Service, to ensure that our curriculum is in-line with industry needs. This degree can be studied as a three-year full-time degree or a four-year degree that includes a year of foundational study. Our foundation year is intended to prepare you for your subsequent years of studying, offering you the chance to strengthen your skills, knowledge and confidence. Please note : You will need to apply using a specific UCAS code if you wish to undertake the 4 years including foundation. In your first year, all six modules (120 credits) are compulsory and designed to give you a solid introduct