BSc Economics (Major) with Spanish

The Economics Major with Spanish BSc at Queen's University Belfast offers a unique blend of economics and language studies. This three to four-year course splits your study time between the Queen’s Management School (QMS) and the School of Arts, English and Languages, providing in-depth knowledge about the global economy and Spanish language proficiency.Course Content: The course includes the study of microeconomics and macroeconomics, while focusing on enhancing Spanish communication skills in the first two years. The third year typically involves a study abroad or work placement in a Spanish-speaking country, offering invaluable real-world experience. In the final year, breadth and depth of understanding in economics is delved into more deeply, through modules including International Trade and Welfare, Econometrics, and Financial Economics.Key Modules: Some of the core modules for this course are 'Intermediate Macroeconomics', 'Econometric Theory', 'Applied Econometrics', 'Applied Economics', 'International Trade and Welfare', and 'Financial Economics'. Various optional modules are also offered that focus specifically on Spanish language development to improve proficiency and understanding.Accreditations: This programme is recognised by the following professional bodies; The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ireland (ICAI), The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI). Future Careers: This course opens up opportunities in various fields including the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Graduating students can aim for roles in the financial services sector, price analysis, market research, banking, equities, investment analysis and more. Further, fluency in Spanish extends work prospects across continents, making for a globally portable career.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.