BSc (Hons) Politics and Economics with a Placement Year

Discover how money and power interact. Few economic questions are untouched by political themes, so this degree combines a thorough grounding in economic analysis with the study of theory and practice of politics. Taught jointly by the School of Economics and the School of Politics, Philosophy, Language and Communication Studies, you'll gain high-level training in economics alongside detailed insight into political science. By mastering the tools of both political and economic inquiry, you’ll be able to make wider-reaching predictions and more confident real-world recommendations. You’ll learn to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses both of markets and of governments. You’ll leave UEA in an excellent position to pursue a range of careers, including economic analysis, policy advising, consulting, politics, think tanks and international organisations, banking, insurance, and the Civil Service. By combining BSc Politics and Economics with a placement year, during your third year you'll spend nine to 12 months gaining invaluable working experience and employability skills in a relevant area of your choice.