Your first year will provide a rigorous grounding in economic theory and quantitative methods and emphasise the relevance of such methods to the study of economic questions of importance to individuals, firms, government and society. You will cover the core principles ofeconomics, international economics and quantitative economics and there is an emphasis on economic issues of regional and global concern. Throughout the degree you will develop the analytical and discursive skills of a well-trained economist. You will also be able to study optional modulesfrom across the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.