Overview
In your Economics modules you will investigate:
- The relationships between the economy and politics, crime and business
- Econometrics modelling
- The distribution and allocation of scarce resources
- Factors affecting income, wealth and wellbeing in an economy
- Environmental economics
- How economic metrics can be used to measure and enhance happiness in society
We make sure your learning is always kept practical and relevant through live projects and experiments. You will also have opportunities to enter economics competitions both within the university and on a national or international scale. We have close links with businesses across the region, and you will regularly hear from high profile guest speakers. These connections also provide opportunities for networking, internships and work experience placements.
Career
This Economics and Geography (Hons) course at York St John University will give you the skills to succeed in many different careers relating to economics and geography. These include skills in critical thinking, data analysis, constructing arguments, communication, teamwork, researching and fieldwork.
This degree could be the first step toward your career in:
- Economics
- Accountancy
- Analytics
- Local government and planning
- Tourism management
- Sustainability and conservation
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Applied Economics
- Urban Geography
- Practising Responsible Business Behaviours
- Mapping the Geographies of Yorkshire
- Economic Policy and Practice
- Economic Geography Fundamentals
- Social and Cultural Geography
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Economics Geography Environmental Economics & Policy View 941 other Bachelors in Economics in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- 104 UCAS Tariff points
- 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including English Language and Maths
Tuition Fee
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International
13000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13000 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for York
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.