Foundation Year courses have been designed for students who do not have the necessary academic qualifications needed to enter directly into the first year of a degree but who have the ability and commitment to do so. Once the Foundation Year has been completed successfully, you can then go on to complete your degree.
This course reinforces the vision of economics as a major social science that influences others, and considers the different contexts and fields that it is related to.
Economics is about resource allocation within and between societies, but it is also ...
Foundation Year courses have been designed for students who do not have the necessary academic qualifications needed to enter directly into the first year of a degree but who have the ability and commitment to do so. Once the Foundation Year has been completed successfully, you can then go on to complete your degree.<br/><br/>This course reinforces the vision of economics as a major social science that influences others, and considers the different contexts and fields that it is related to.<br/><br/>Economics is about resource allocation within and between societies, but it is also a study of how our decisions, and the institutional contexts in which we make those decisions, impact our success in achieving our wants and addressing our needs. We ask important questions, such as how can we develop policies that protect the environment and ensure economic development?<br/><br/>On this course, you will learn to understand, interpret and develop policies for individuals, firms, governments, and global economies. You will learn to participate in current economic and policy debates. If your mind is curious and you enjoy gaining rich and varied perspectives, then a degree with us is perfect for you as we have our home in a versatile and multidisciplinary department.<br/><br/>Obtain new perspectives from experts in economics and our neighbouring courses such as politics, international relations, sociology and criminology.<br/><br/>Develop increased confidence in your quantitative skills, even if mathematics makes you nervous. Gain a firm grounding in core economic theories and concepts, and develop the ability to see how theory is relevant to the real world. You will also develop the ability to make sense of data using various data analysis tools and programmes, and gain confidence in your employability profile through our placement and study abroad opportunities.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Chester
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L101
Institution Code
C55
Points of Entry
Foundation
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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