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What students say about economics

What you need to get on a course
Subjects you need
A-levels (or equivalent) usually required
- Maths
Useful to have
- Economics
- Further maths
- Statistics
Application checklist
Here's a guide to what to expect from the application process - also check individual university entry requirements, as these may differ.
- January application
- October application
- Personal statement
- Portfolio
- Interview
- Entry test
- Work experience
- Audition
Personal statement advice
Writing a personal statement for economics? You'll need more than a subscription to The Financial Times to impress tutors...
Six months after graduating
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Longer term career paths
Jobs where this degree is useful
- Chartered accountant
- Management consultant
- Economist
Other real-life job examples
- Investment banker
- Actuary
- Policy adviser
What employers like about this subject
A degree in economics will give you a range of subject-specific skills from statistical analysis and an understanding of economic theory and modelling approaches to the ability to apply economic reasoning to policy issues in a critical manner. You'll also gain a whole suite of sought-after transferable skills including numeracy, communication, data handling and problem-solving skills. These are in demand from many employers including government departments and thinktanks, banks, universities, consultancies and insurance and accountancy firms.