BSc (Hons) Economics and Politics with Study Abroad in Bristol United Kingdom | University of Bristol

This dual-degree program provides a stimulating academic journey, blending rigorous intellectual exploration across two renowned schools known for their excellence in teaching and research. The combination of these social science disciplines equips you with comprehensive insights into worldwide economic systems and political structures.

The economics curriculum begins with foundational core modules in your initial two years, encompassing microeconomics, macroeconomics, quantitative methods, and econometric analysis. This groundwork enables you to focus on specialized economic fields during your final year. Elective options frequently include Development Economics, Behavioral Economics, Economic History, and Global Economic Systems.

Your political studies will examine national governance systems and international dynamics between states, societies, and individuals. The politics program is structured around three key areas: political philosophy, comparative government, and global affairs. Alongside essential core modules, you'll have access to distinctive courses shaped by faculty research expertise, offering unique academic opportunities specific to Bristol.

Politics electives may cover international diplomacy, political economics, British governance, American politics, gender studies, and conflict resolution. The program emphasizes research methodology development, including the option to undertake a substantial dissertation project in your concluding year.

You can opt to expand your studies to four years by spending your third year abroad, studying economics at an international partner institution before completing your degree at Bristol. This enhanced version of our degree maintains the same academic rigor while incorporating valuable global exposure, fostering cultural awareness and reflecting the interconnected nature of modern economies.