Economics BSc (Hons)

At King’s College London’s Economics BSc (Hons) you’ll not just learn about economic theory—you’ll apply it, analyse real-world data, and work side-by-side with faculty who are actively shaping policy and research. Situated in the heart of London, the programme taps into the city’s rich financial and political ecosystem, and is built to develop both your analytical skills and your ability to communicate economic insight effectively. Here are some of the specific tools, projects and facilities that bring your learning to life:

• CORE Project in Year 1: The module Introduction to Economics follows the CORE (Curriculum Open-Access Resource for Economics) approach, using real-world data and scenario-based learning to bring economics alive. 

• Statistical & Mathematical Modules: From Statistics for Economists and Mathematics for Economists in Year 1 you’ll use software and data sets, honing quantitative techniques essential for economics practice. 

• Active Research Departments: The Department of Economics (King’s College London) and the Department of Political Economy (King’s College London) support your study with research-led teaching, giving you access to seminars, data tools and contemporary economic work. 

• Library & Learning Spaces: Being in central London you’ll benefit from King’s libraries with extensive resources for economics research, as well as access to UK-based economic data, journals and industry publications. 

• Industry Exposure via London Location: With London as your backdrop, you’ll be in close proximity to banks, consultancies, policy-institutions and events that open up networking, internships and guest lectures relevant to your economics studies.

Graduates of the Economics BSc at King’s College London progress into roles such as Financial Analyst, Policy Evaluator, Data Analyst or Management Consultant — all leveraging the strong analytical foundation and London-network links the programme offers. According to the latest available data:

• Career Support Services: The university’s central King’s Careers & Employability Service works closely with the Department of Economics to run events, employer panels and 1-to-1 career coaching tailored to Economics students.

• Employment statistics & salary figures: For the Economics BSc, approximately 90% of graduates are in work or study within 15 months, with median earnings of around £33,000 at that point and approximately £45,500 after five years. 

• University-industry partnerships: King’s maintains relationships with financial firms, consultancies and public-policy organisations in central London; its location and networks help facilitate internship opportunities and employer engagement. 

• Long-term accreditation value: A BSc in Economics from King’s carries the recognition of a major London research university and equips graduates with quantitative and economic reasoning skills that remain high-value in sectors like finance, policy, consulting and academia.

• Graduation outcomes: Graduates often enter skilled roles, with data indicating 100% of UK-resident graduates were working in England and in “highly-skilled work” at 15 months.