Course Overview
Taught by experts in a department that is internationally recognised for the quality of its research, studying Economics and Mathematics at Lancaster gives you the opportunity to develop the necessary knowledge and tools to understand how important Economics is to the functioning of government, business and society.
Whether you're fresh to the subject or already have an A-level in Economics, you'll find our first-year courses provide a thorough grounding and challenge alongside new and interesting insights. You'll use information technology to analyse present day policy issues and will gain a deep understanding of the field.
In your first year, you'll take modules including Principle of Economics; Integration, and Matrix Methods before moving on to second-year subjects such as Linear Algebra and Probability. You'll complete your degree in your third year, following courses such as Likelihood Inference.
For a list of compulsory modules, please see the tab above.
Related Courses
Modules
Lancaster degree programmes are flexible, offering students the opportunity to cover a wide selection of subject areas to compliment their degree. The following is an example list of modules which our previous students have studied. For a full list contact the Economics department.
Year 1
- Principles of Economics
- Calculus
- Integration
- Matrix Methods
- Probability
- Statistics
Year 2
- Linear Algebra
- Probability
- Statistics
- Intermediate Microeconomics I
- Intermediate Microeconomics II
- Intermediate Macroeconomics I
- Intermediate Macroeconomics II
Year 3
- Mathematical Economics
- Statistical Inference
- Stochastic Processes
- Statistical Models
- Advanced Macroeconomic Theory
- Introduction to Econometrics
- Advanced Microeconomic Theory
- Monetary Macroeconomics
Lancaster University offers the chance to follow a structured study programme or the option to devise a more flexible programme. We divide academic study into 2 sections - Part 1 (Year 1) and Part 2 (Year 2, 3 and sometimes 4). In Part 1 you will take three modules of study which, depending upon your programme, will be drawn from one, two or three different academic subjects, a higher degree of specialisation then develops in subsequent years. For more information about our teaching methods at Lancaster visit our Teaching and Learning section.
For further information about the department, staff and courses please visit the Economics department website.
Entry Criteria
A-level: A(Maths or Further Maths)AB.
General Studies: Accepted as one of 3 A-levels
Preference: Three A-levels
Key skills: Not included in offer
GCSE: Maths and English Language, min grade B in both.
Scottish Highers: ABBBB plus Grade A at Advanced Higher Maths
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 pts overall with 16 from 3 HL subjects, inc 6 in HL Maths
IELTS: 6.5
BTEC: DDM/DDD
Mature students: Applications welcome; interview if favourably considered.Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office (01524 592028) for further information
Careers
As a graduate of Lancaster you'll enjoy excellent employment prospects. Your qualification in Economics and Mathematics, along with your problem-solving skills, analytical abilities and organisational expertise, will make you highly desirable to employers.
Former graduates have been taken on as professional economists and economic advisers by the Bank of England, the Civil Service, management consultancies and diverse companies in a wide range of areas.
Your skills are also easily transferable to various roles such as marketing, management, advertising and consultancy.
Lancaster University is dedicated to ensuring you not only gain a highly reputable degree, you also graduate with the relevant life and work based skills. We are unique in that every student is eligible to participate in The Lancaster Award which offers you the opportunity to complete key activities such as work experience, employability awareness, career development, campus community and social development. Visit our Employability section for full details.
Lancaster Management School has an award winning careers team to provide a dedicated careers and placement service offering a range of innovative services for management school students. Our high reputation means we attract a wide range of leading global employers to campus offering you the opportunity to interact with graduate recruiters from day 1 of your degree.
Studying
Teaching and Learning Methods
The modules which make up a programme of study are assessed using a variety of different methods, enabling students to demonstrate their capabilities in a range of ways. Typical coursework assignments include laboratory reports, essays, literature reviews, short tests, poster sessions, group work assessment and oral presentations. Formal examinations include short answer questions, essays and data analysis. Students are supported in the production of final year project reports and dissertations. Details of the assessment methods for individual modules can be accessed via the university's online module catalogue.
In addition to these learning and teaching methods we encourage independent study, meaning you take responsibility for your own learning. For more information visit our Teaching Approach page.
Assessment Methods
We offer you a variety of stimulating and effective approaches to teaching, learning and assessment. This enables you and your tutors to explore the very latest thinking within your subject and develops your skills in problem solving, analysis and critical reflection, communication, application of knowledge and modern technologies.
As a University, we commit to providing all our undergraduates with a minimum number of contact hours per week, providing you with timely feedback on your work and a maximum number of 15 students per seminar group.
Funding
Lancaster University has committed £2.7m in scholarships and bursaries to help with your fees and living costs. Our financial support depends on your circumstances and how well you do in your A-levels (or equivalent academic qualifications) before starting study with us.
Lancaster University's priority is to support every student to make the most of their life and education. For students starting their study with us in 2013, over 600 each year will be entitled to bursaries and/or scholarships to help them with the cost of fees and/or living expenses. For UK students entering in 2013 we will have the following financial support available:
- An Academic Scholarship of £2,000 for the first year of study to any student from the UK entering with A*, A*, A or equivalent academic qualifications
- An Access Scholarship of £1,000 per year for all UK students from households with an income of less than £42,600 who achieve grades of A*, A, A or the equivalent academic qualifications
- A Lancaster Bursary of £1,000 per annum for all students from England with a household income of more than £25,000 but less than £42,600
- As part of the National Scholarship Programme, a £1,000 Bursary, a £1,000 Fee Waiver and a £1,000 Accommodation Discount in the first year of study, for students from England with a household income of less than £25,000. Plus a Lancaster Bursary of £1,000 in subsequent years.
*All of the financial awards above are subject to approval by the Office for Fair Access July 2012.
For full details of the University's financial support packages including eligibility criteria, please visit our fees and funding page
View details of our current Undergraduate fees.
