Bachelor's degree

BA Financial Economics

University of Essex

Overview

What causes 'credit crunches', and how do their effects spread throughout the economy? What determines the value of Pound Sterling relative to the US Dollar or Euro? How do stock market prices affect asset prices? Financial events are rarely far from headline news. They have an impact that extends far beyond the financial sector to affect almost every aspect of daily life, including income, employment, prices, property value and the cost of mortgages.

Career Outcomes

Graduates from this programme are well-prepared for a variety of roles in their field. Our university's career services team provides dedicated support to help you achieve your professional ambitions upon completing your studies.