Economics University of Bristol

Overview

In this Economics course at University of Bristol , you will study microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics – the application of statistical methods to estimate causal relationships between economic variables. There are also modules that allow you to shape your degree to your interests and career ambitions - enabling you to gain additional in-demand employability skills, like programming and data visualisation.

Mathematics is a tool used by economists to model the world around us, and to understand how and why individuals make the decisions that they do. Within this programme, we will teach you the core mathematic tools that are used by economists to build models about the world around us. This makes our BA programme ideal for those with a good base level of numeracy, but who might not have studied A-level Mathematics or an accepted equivalent (if you have a suitable Mathematics A-level or an accepted equivalent, or are currently studying for one, you should consider applying for our BSc Economics instead).

Key facts

You’ll benefit from teaching informed by cutting-edge research – research which ranks in the top 5 for economics and econometrics amongst UK universities (REF 2021). We are also home to the Economics Network, which improves the teaching and learning of economics in universities throughout the UK and Europe.

The skills you’ll develop as an economist – such as problem solving, data analysis, and communicating ideas to a range of stakeholders – will place you in high-demand with modern employers. On average, Bristol economics students earn 28% more than other UK economics graduates within five years of graduation – typically enjoying salaries between £44,000 and £87,000 per year (discoveruni.gov.uk, 2025).