Find out more about studying economics at Bath
Watch our taster lecture to find out more about what you could study as an economics student at Bath.
Study at a top 10 UK university
We are known for excellence in teaching and research, and for providing outstanding career preparation.
A degree to match your ambitions
Our economics degrees are designed to give you the skills you'll need to become a modern economist. You can choose to specialise in economics, or combine the subject with maths, politics or international development.
Our undergraduate degree courses are:
- BSc (Hons) Economics
- BSc (Hons) Economics and Mathematics
- BSc (Hons) Economics with Politics
- BSc (Hons) Politics with Economics
- BSc (Hons) International Development with Economics
Boost your experience with a professional placement or study abroad
All of our economics courses are available as a four-year degree with a professional placement, and some offer the opportunity to spend time studying at one of our partner universities in another country.
These opportunities are designed to help you enhance your CV with demonstratable experience and gain practical skills that will prepare you for life beyond university.
Find the right economics course for you
Study in a safe, student-friendly city
Bath is the 2nd safest university town or city in England and Wales (The Complete University Guide (2023)) and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, thanks to its Roman heritage and Georgian architecture.
But there’s much more to Bath than its iconic buildings and history. A vibrant range of shops, bars and restaurants, music venues, museums, and festivals makes it a great place to live as a student.
A well-connected campus
Our campus is on the edge of the city. You can travel between the city and the campus easily by foot, bike, car, or bus. Local transport links mean you’ll be:
- 80 minutes from London and its international airports
- 15 minutes from Bristol
- 2 hours from Birmingham
Watch ‘The economic consequences of the pandemic' by Dr Bruce Morley
Watch the full taster lecture* The University of Bath ranked 7th in The Guardian University Guide 2025, 8th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025, 8th in the Complete University Guide 2025, and 9th in the Daily Mail University Guide 2025.