Economics and Law Bath Spa University

Overview

Course Overview

The Economics and Law program at Bath Spa University has been designed to give you an in-depth understanding of the economic issues facing 21st-century society, alongside a solid grounding in our legal systems.You’ll gain a unique perspective on policy making, engage in legal debates about economic issues, learn how both economics and law shape the world around us and apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios.Throughout your study of economics and law, you’ll be encouraged to challenge preconceptions, ask questions, and take a creative and innovative approach to problem-solving.The course aims to incorporate modern approaches to the field of economics, amplifying the voices of those who have traditionally been excluded from economic decision-making based on race, gender or ethnicity.

It will also give you a flavour of the legal landscape enabling you to see not only the economic issues facing the world, but also how we can counter these issues using the law. You’ll gain a contemporary perspective through a range of reading materials, videos, case studies and practical tasks. You’ll have the opportunity to join student-led research groups exploring local, national and global issues, and have the opportunity to gain professional experience on work placements.

Careers

A degree in Economics and Law will provide you with a range of transferable skills and experience that is highly valued by employers.

Possible career opportunities include:

• consulting 
• public administration and policy making
• management and administration 
• forecasting/data analysis
• research and science 
• government
• legal services.