BSc Economics

At the University of Southampton BSc Economics programme, you’ll gain practical skills straight away by engaging with real-world economic analysis, working on industry-linked projects and using data tools that reflect professional practice. The learning environment is designed to bridge theory and action — helping you build confidence in data interpretation, policy evaluation and quantitative problem-solving.

Here are some hands-on experiences you’ll benefit from:

• The Riipen platform partnership via the Southampton Business School allows you to undertake real business-oriented projects online, co-designed with employers and embedded in modules. 

• Access to high-quality data and computing facilities through the Business School, equipping you with tools to analyse economic datasets, run econometric models and present findings.

• The University’s Hartley Library and dedicated economics-and-finance collections support your independent study and large-scale projects and dissertation work. 

• Learn through group projects and case studies that reflect real-world economic issues, giving you experience of teamwork, communication and applying economic theory to complex situations.

• Opportunities for a year in industry or study abroad (depending on the configuration of your degree), giving you hands-on experience in a professional environment or in a global context.

Graduates of the BSc Economics at University of Southampton regularly go into roles such as economist, financial analyst, policy adviser and data analyst — thanks to strong quantitative training and employer-linked modules. According to the latest data, 85% of graduates are in work or further study 15 months after completion, with average earnings of about £32,000 in that timeframe. 

Here’s how you’ll be supported and what outcomes you can expect:

• University services supporting your employment: The Careers, Employability & Student Enterprise team helps with work-experience placements, employability workshops and networking events tailored to economics undergraduates. 

• Employment stats & salary figures: 85% of the course’s graduates are in work or study within 15 months; typical earnings around £32,000. 

• University–industry partnerships: Graduates have secured roles at top organisations such as Goldman Sachs, Bloomberg and the European Commission, demonstrating strong employer recognition. 

• Long-term accreditation value: The Department of Economics is highly ranked (Top 20 in the UK for Economics & Econometrics) and benefits from state-of-the-art facilities like Bloomberg terminals and behavioural labs. 

• Graduation outcomes: Graduates gain the analytical, statistical and communication skills employers value across sectors including finance, government and consultancy.