BA (Hons) Social Policy & Economics

The BA (Hons) Social Policy & Economics course offered by the University of Strathclyde examines the ways in which social policies and economic systems interact. The course is ideal for those who wish to critically analyze and understand the social impact of economic decisions. With a unique combination of social and economic perspectives, this course offers a fresh approach to understanding the world and solving complex problems.Course Content: This course is divided into four years or levels. In the first year, students will get introductions to social policy and economics. The second year provides a broad background of theoretical and empirical skills essential in both disciplines. At third and fourth year levels, students will examine a range of special topics, issues, and debates in social policy and economics.Key Modules: Key topics covered include Social Policy in a Devolving Scotland, International Social Policy, Labour Economics, Applied Econometrics, Microeconomics, and Macroeconomics.Future Careers: This course prepares students for a diverse range of career paths, including social research, policy analysis, public sector management, non-governmental organizations, and sectors related to the economy such as financial analysts, economic researchers, and statisticians among others. The course also prepares students for further study and research in postgraduate courses.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.