Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Business Economics] From Bangor University

The Business Economics (Hons) programme is offered at the Bangor University.Ê

Economics has been defined as the study of human choice, and the impact of choice on the production, distribution and consumption of scarce resources. Microeconomics deals with choice at the individual level, and macroeconomics analyses the economy as a whole.

This course programme includes a core microeconomics and macroeconomics component, and a specialism focusing on the economic context of business decision making. You will develop an awareness of applications of economics in areas including business management, finance and public policy.

A degree in Business Economics will appeal to anyone who wishes to study economic issues at local, national and international levels, while developing practical skills in business, finance and management which will subsequently be attractive to employers in both the private and public sectors.

Why choose Bangor for this course?

• During this course you will study within a multidisciplinary School that employs specialists across a broad range of business subjects, including accounting, banking, finance, economics, management, marketing and entrepreneurship.

• All single honours students taking degrees within Bangor Business School, including this course, follow the same modules in year 1, so you are allowed to change to another Business School degree anytime up to the start of year 2.

• Our students take part in national competitions such as the IBM Business Challenge.

• We arrange a varied programme of guest lectures, eg Chief Executive of the Scottish Premier League, Chief Operating Officer of No. 10 & 11 Downing Street, Head of IT security at HSBC.

• Our staff are active researchers in their subject areas and we enjoy an international reputation.

• We have excellent computing facilities and you will have the chance to develop your skills in data analysis and report preparation.

• Bangor offers an attractive range of postgraduate degrees in business and finance subjects.