BA (Honours) in Economics and Business Studies 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, taught by field specialists, while nurturing your intellectual inquisitiveness. Our foundational teaching adopts an innovative approach through the CORE Project - Economics for a Changing World. By utilizing real-world data to solve practical problems from day one, you'll grasp global challenges within their historical and philosophical frameworks. We prioritize applied theory over simplified textbook concepts, constantly testing ideas against empirical evidence. Key focus areas like environmental economics, behavioral economics, and public policy analysis are woven throughout the program. The prestigious Behavioral Science Center within our Economics Division offers two specialized modules in behavioral and experimental economics. Strategic thinking forms a core component, with dedicated third-year modules introducing decision and game theory. The curriculum features a dissertation component, training students in advanced research methodologies 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 guaranteeing personalized attention from the start.