Economics
Economics is the discipline that analyses how individuals, organisations and societies make decisions about the allocation of resources under conditions of scarcity and uncertainty. It encompasses the microeconomic study of individual markets and the macroeconomic study of national and international economies, developing analytical frameworks that shed light on everything from pricing decisions and labour markets to monetary policy, international trade and the sources of economic growth. At York St John University, this three-year full-time degree includes a foundation year option, and the programme incorporates sandwich, year abroad and work placement opportunities, making it a practical and flexible pathway into economics for students from a range of backgrounds.
You will develop both the theoretical understanding of economic reasoning and the quantitative skills needed to apply it, studying micro and macroeconomic principles alongside mathematical methods, statistics and economic policy analysis. The programme engages with real-world economic issues including global business, financial systems and the policy choices that governments and organisations face, developing your ability to think analytically about the economic dimension of events and decisions in the wider world. The sandwich placement, year abroad and work placement opportunities give you direct experience in professional settings.
A typical tariff of around 104 points is expected for standard entry, with the foundation year providing an additional route.
Economics graduates work across financial services, consulting, government, public policy, business analysis, development organisations and the charity sector. The analytical and quantitative skills the degree develops are widely valued, and many graduates move into roles where economic reasoning informs commercial or policy decisions. Postgraduate study in economics, finance, public policy or business is a natural further step, and professional qualifications in fields such as accounting or finance often complement the undergraduate degree.