The first year consists of economics supported by related disciplines. In the second and third years a central core of economics is studied, in conjunction with general options to broaden the students' perspective, and specialist options at a later stage. A wide range of options enables students to choose from a number of disciplines including computing, accountancy and politics. The system also caters for students with differing mathematical abilities. The focus of attention of the course is the UK economy, although there are a number of European elements.
Tuition is on a lecture and small group basis with ample time for private study.
Use of mainframe and micro-computers is an essential part of the course. Content Year 1 Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Mathematics for Economics, Statistics for Economics, Developments of the British Economy, Introduction to Information Technology, Introduction to Politics. Year 2 Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Computing, Industrial Economics, European Economics, Political Economy, Government and Economic Policy, Cost Benefit Analysis, Research Methods. Contemporary Issues in Macroeconomics, Theories of Choice, Dissertation. Environmental Economics, Business Economics, Financial Economics, Urban Economics, Labour Economics, Development Economics, Business Decisions, Applied Econometrics, Economics of Sport, Computing, Politics, Accounting.