Politics and Economics (BSc Econ)

at Cardiff University

Course structure

This is a three year, full time course consisting of 120 credits per year. You will take an equal number of credits in Politics and Economics modules in each year, allowing you to tailor your degree to reflect your specific interests. 

The first year is an introductory year with results from Years 2 and 3 determining your degree classification.  A particular feature is the option of writing a dissertation in your final year. This is highly regarded by employers because it indicates that you can undertake original research.

The modules shown are an example of the typical curriculum and will be reviewed prior to the 2022/2023 academic year. The final modules will be published by September 2022.

Year one

• Year one provides you with a graduated transition to studying economics and politics at degree level, and offers instruction in the skills, techniques and arguments that you will use.
• You will study 60 credits in Politics modules and 60 credits in Economics modules during your first year.

Year two

• You will study 60 credits in Economics modules and 60 credits in Politics modules in year two.

Year three

• You will study 60 credits in Economics modules and 60 credits in Politics modules in year three.

A level
ABB-BBB

Extended/International Project Qualification: Applicants with grade A in the EPQ/IPQ will typically receive an offer one grade lower than the standard A level offer. Please note that any subject specific requirements must still be met.

International Baccalaureate
32-31 overall or 665 in 3 HL subjects. 

GCSE
Grade B or grade 6 in GCSE English Language.

IELTS (academic)
At least 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and a minimum of 6.0 in all other subskills.

TOEFL iBT
At least 90 overall with a minimum of 22 for writing and 20 in all other subskills.

PTE Academic
At least 62 overall with a minimum of 69 in writing and a minimum of 62 in all other communicative skills.

Trinity ISE II/III
II: a Distinction in Writing and at least one Distinction and two Merits in other components.
III: at least a Pass in all components.

Tuition fees for 2022 entry

Fees for home status

• £9,000    

Fees for overseas status

• £18,700

School of Law and Politics

In 2016/17, 95% of the School’s graduates who were available for work reported they were in employment and/or further study within six months of graduating.

Degrees in Politics provide you with a foundation for a wide range of careers such as in non-governmental organisations, global development, international business, diplomacy and intelligence in government, journalism, and policy research, as well as a basis for more specialist subjects taught at postgraduate level.

Economics

In 2016/17, 97% of the School’s graduates who were available for work reported they were in employment and/or further study within six months of graduating.

Economics is an intellectually stimulating discipline and the skills of Economics graduates are often in demand by employers in both the public and private sector. Some Economics graduates take a period of additional training after completing their degree, a postgraduate course perhaps or a further training course which will allow them to convert to another profession such as accountancy or law. Whatever career you pursue, the skills acquired during your Economics degree (problem solving ability, quantitative techniques, analytical skills etc), will undoubtedly be welcomed by employers.

In addition to the University Careers Service, we have invested in our own, dedicated Careers Centre to help students find internships, job opportunities and access business industry specific advice and guidance.

Graduate careers

• Journalist
• Government officer
• Manager
• Publisher
• Lawyer
• Banker
• Accountant
• Policy researcher
• Civil servant