Teaching and assessment for Mathematics and Economics BSc (Hons)

Teaching

In Levels 1 and 2 teaching is initially through a combination of lectures and tutorials. These continue in Levels 3 and 4, supplemented by workshops and computer laboratory sessions.

You will learn to study independently to broaden and deepen your understanding of the issues covered in the teaching.

We also teach the use of professional mathematical software packages in order to allow you to explore mathematics far beyond the limits of traditional teaching. This also prepares you for the way in which mathematicians work across various industries.

We also offer an annual series of industry guest lectures which you are encouraged to attend.

Assessment

Our assessment methods include:

examination
continuous assessment (essays, case studies, group projects)
homework
computer assignments
class tests
projects
essays
case studies

All of these will provide the basis for your final grade.

Core Modules

These modules are an essential part of your course.

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Module code: BU11004 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 1

Learn about current Economic and Business issues from a global perspective. Theories of economics will be applied to modern problems with global impact. You will have the chance to put models into practise understanding how Economics can help both understand and improve the world we live in.

Global Economic Perspectives full module details

Module code: BU12004 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 2

This module introduces you to the tools used to analyse how an economy works.

You will develop the skills necessary to explain and understand many economic, social and political issues, such as inflation, environmental regulation and policies concerning unemployment.

Foundations of Economic Analysis full module details

Optional Modules

You need to choose one or more of these modules as part of your course.

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Module code: MA12002 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 1

Topics in Pure Mathematics full module details

Core Modules

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Module code: BU21004 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 1

This module covers the micro aspects of the economy by focusing on the basic theories of consumer and firm behaviour under various settings.

You will learn about the conditions in which markets will or will not produce desirable outcomes and the role of government in improving the operation of markets.

Microeconomics full module details

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Module code: BU21006 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 1

This module is designed for students who wish to understand the nature and extent of inequality, the issues it creates on both a local and global level and possible solutions.

Economics of an Unequal World full module details

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Module code: BU30016 Credits: 30 Semester: Semester 1

Microeconomic analysis is the study of individual economic units such as households, firms, and markets to understand their behaviour and decision-making processes. It examines factors like supply and demand, pricing, production, and consumer choices to provide insights into the allocation of resources and economic efficiency.

Microeconomic Analysis full module details

Optional Modules

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Module code: MA32001 Credits: 15 Semester: Semester 1

Analysis full module details

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Module code: BU40017 Credits: 30 Semester: Semester 2

International Finance full module details

Module code: BU41020 Credits: 15 Semester: Semester 1

You will be informed about a limited number of microeconomic policy issues of current interest.

This module will illustrate how economists can contribute to the policy process by helping in the formulation of policy problems, the design and implementation of policies, and the evaluation of their performance.

Microeconomic Policy full module details

Module code: BU41021 Credits: 15 Semester: Semester 1

Understanding how changes in demand and supply impact output and prices is one of the key theories of Macroeconomics.

In this module you will learn a variety of business cycle models used in the modern macroeconomic framework to better understand the world we live in and the importance of macroeconomics.

Macroeconomic Theory full module details

Optional Modules

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Module code: MA41003 Credits: 15 Semester: Semester 1

Ordinary Differential Equations and the Approximation full module details

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