Economics
Economics is the study of how people, organisations, and societies make decisions about scarce resources. It is a discipline that combines rigorous analytical methods with genuine relevance to the questions that shape policy, business, and everyday life: why do prices change, what drives economic growth, how do markets fail, what are the effects of taxation, how should central banks respond to inflation? A practical, business-oriented approach to economics connects this analytical framework directly to the realities of professional life in government, finance, and the commercial world.
At Middlesex University this part-time programme includes an optional foundation year, providing a supported entry point for students who want additional preparation before beginning the main economics curriculum. The programme is designed to equip you with the skills and experience to pursue careers in government, finance, business, and beyond, combining economic theory and quantitative methods with an awareness of the practical contexts in which economics is applied. Studying part-time allows you to develop your economic knowledge alongside professional experience or other commitments, and many students find that the connection between academic study and real-world contexts enriches both.
Graduates of economics are among the most employable of any degree, moving into careers in finance, banking, insurance, consultancy, government, the civil service, international organisations, and the private sector. The analytical and quantitative skills the degree develops are valued in almost every field where evidence-based decision-making matters, from economic policy and financial analysis to business strategy and data science. Many graduates pursue further professional qualifications in accounting, finance, or economics, and some continue to postgraduate study in economics, econometrics, public policy, or business administration, developing deeper expertise in a particular area or preparing for research or senior professional roles.