Economics
Explore the forces shaping global wellbeing. Gain an advanced economic awareness and in-depth appreciation of how the world works so you can help shape it.
Develop a strong foundation in economics
Study Economics at Newcastle University Business School and understand how economies shape decisions, policy and global challenges.
Our undergraduate programmes will give you a strong foundation in economics. You will be prepared for a variety of career paths in this dynamic field.
Our mathematically rigorous programmes allow you to:
- develop your understanding of the subject
- enhance your numerical abilities and analytical and problem-solving skills. These are highly valuable in the workplace
- build your capacity to grasp wide-ranging economic issues
You also choose from a range of optional modules. These allow you to engage in depth with specific challenges that society faces today. As such, you can develop a deeper understanding of more specialist economic areas.
Economics programmes
We offer the following economics programmes:
We also contribute to the below interdisciplinary programmes led by other Schools across the University:
Why choose us?
Newcastle University Business School offers degrees shaped by real-world business challenges, industry insight and expert teaching.
We are accredited by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA. This triple accreditation places us in the top 1% of global business schools.
Studying with us prepares you for a range of careers through practical learning, industry connections and global perspectives.
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A long-standing tradition of teaching and research excellence
We’re proud of our roots in economics: we’ve been teaching it since the early 1900s.
Our prestigious academics are at the forefront of academia and research. Their work spans a wide range of fields within the discipline, advancing economic knowledge and shaping policy.
They will be mentoring you – the next generation of economists. They bring their knowledge and expertise directly to you in the classroom, giving you the best possible start to your career.
You will also be able to join seminars with leading scholars, where you can engage with current economic research and debates.