Overview:

The BA (Hons) Economics pathway provides a structured academic foundation for students intending to progress into undergraduate study in economics at Lancaster University. It combines subject knowledge with academic English, research, mathematics, and communication skills, helping students develop the capabilities needed for further study in economics and related social sciences.

What You'll Learn:

• Introduction to Economics: Explore fundamental economic ideas, concepts, and approaches that provide a basis for later undergraduate study.

• Mathematics: Develop mathematical knowledge relevant to academic work in economics and related disciplines.

• Further Mathematics: Extend mathematical understanding through more advanced concepts and applications.

• Academic English: Strengthen academic language and communication, including skills needed for university-level study.

• Research Project: Apply academic English skills within a structured research task, developing the ability to investigate and present information.

• Professional and Communication Skills: Build transferable skills for effective communication, academic participation, and professional contexts.

• Business Foundations: Gain an introductory understanding of business concepts alongside economics-focused study.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the pathway, students will be able to demonstrate a sound introductory understanding of economics and apply relevant mathematical concepts to academic tasks. They will be better prepared to interpret information, conduct structured research, and communicate ideas clearly in an academic setting. Students will also have developed stronger study, professional, and communication skills that support progression into undergraduate-level learning. The combination of economics, mathematics, research, and academic English provides a broad foundation for approaching the demands of further study in economics.