Course Overview
Studying Economics and International Relations at Lancaster gives you the opportunity to learn from some of the foremost academics in the field. Our Economics Department is part of the Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) - a triple-accredited, world-ranked management school, consistently among the UK's top five.
We place a strong emphasis on research and use it in the teaching of this course. Your degree is based on the politics that have shaped the modern world and you will learn from staff exploring issues such as war and governance and their impact on the global economy.
You'll begin your degree with core modules in the Principles of Economics and Politics and Governance in the Contemporary World. In your second and third years you can really shape the programme to reflect your own interests, choosing from a varied and extensive list of courses offered by both departments.
For a list of compulsory modules, please see the tab above. Visit the departmental websites for further details.
My Economics degree provided a wide range of skills including team-working, problem solving, analytical ability, time management and commercial awareness.
Career opportunities
Graduates of this course develop a wide range of skills, which are highly valued by employers both in the UK and abroad. Together with a thorough understanding of global economics and politics, you'll develop well-rounded communication, analytical and IT skills, all of which are increasingly sought after in the workplace.
Typical career paths for our graduates include the civil service and local government, with a large number opting for positions in the private sector, in industries such as finance, accountancy and law.
Modules
Here are some of the current modules which are available during your studies at Lancaster:
PartI
- Politics and Governance in the Contemporary World
- Principles of Economics
For more detailed module information please visit the Economics department website.
Entry Requirements
A-level: AAB.
General Studies: Accepted as one of the 3 best grades, if 4 A-levels presented
Preference: A-levels
Key skills: Not included in offer
Scottish Highers: ABBBB
Irish Leaving Cert: Offers will be made on the basis of 5 or 6 Higher level subjects. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office (01524 592028) for further information
International Bacc: 35 points overall with 16 from 3 HL subjects.
IELTS: 6.5
BTEC: DDM/DDD
For details of how we evaluate international qualifications, please click here.
Financial Support
Lancaster University's priority is to support every student to make the most of their life and education. In addition to government maintenance loans, grants and national scholarships, Lancaster University offers a range of financial support for full time UK Undergraduate students from lower-income backgrounds. Many students each year will be entitled to bursaries or scholarships to help them with the cost of fees and/or living expenses.
The Lancaster Scholarship package is designed to reward the hard work and natural ability of full-time UK students applying to study with us regardless of their household income. Students achieving A*, A, A in their A-level examinations (or equivalent academic qualifications) will receive a £1,000 per year Lancaster Scholarship during their undergraduate studies if they place us as their firm choice institution. Continuation of the Lancaster Scholarship is subject to satisfactory academic progression.
Our combined £5,000 bursary package will help students from England whose household incomes are less than £25,000 per year with fees and living costs.
Students from England eligible for our £5,000 bursary package will also be awarded a £3,000 Lancaster Scholarship if they achieve A*, A, A in their A-level examinations (or equivalent academic qualifications). This totals £8,000 of support for students during their studies.
For full details of the University's financial support packages including eligibility criteria, please visit our
fees and funding page.
