BA (Honours) in Economics in Stirling United Kingdom | University of Stirling

Economics explores how individuals engage with each other and their environment. At Stirling, we approach the subject from diverse perspectives: examining AI's impact on employment to combating climate change, and applying behavioral economics to decision-making processes while addressing worldwide poverty and disparities. A Stirling Economics degree equips you with sophisticated analytical skills, guided by field specialists, while nurturing your intellectual exploration. Our foundational teaching adopts an innovative approach via the CORE Project - Economics for a Changing World. By employing actual data to solve real-world problems from day one, you'll grasp international challenges within their historical and philosophical frameworks. We prioritize practical economic theories over simplified textbook models, constantly testing them against empirical evidence. Key focus areas like environmental economics, behavioral economics, and public policy analysis are integrated throughout the program. The prestigious Behavioral Science Centre in our Economics Division offers two specialized modules in behavioral and experimental economics. Game theory and strategic decision-making form core components, with a dedicated third-year module. The curriculum features a dissertation component, training students in advanced research techniques and encouraging publishable-quality work. Outstanding papers appear in our departmental publication, the Stirling Student Economic Review. We cultivate close faculty-student relationships, promoting teamwork and personalized attention from the start. Our expert academics share professional insights through their pioneering research, teaching methods, and industry connections.

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