The BSc Economics programme at RIC provides a deep dive into the world of economics and how it shapes our society. You’ll study units such as Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics, and International Economics. This programme prepares you for various roles in economics and related fields, including economist, financial analyst, policy analyst, and market researcher.

Academic Direction

At RIC, our students benefit from academic direction provided by prestigious institutions such as the London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, and King’s College London, among others. This collaboration ensures access to top-tier resources, leading experts, and cutting-edge research, enriching their educational experience and enhancing academic outcomes.

  • Applicant must hold at least 5 grades A – C at Ordinary Level, and 3 grades A – E at Advanced Level or equivalent
  • This should include Ordinary Level Mathematics grade C or equivalent
  • Mathematics at Advanced Level is recommended, but not compulsory
  • Pass the internal Admission Test and interview

Level 100 courses

  • EC1002 Introduction to economics
  • ST1215 Introduction to mathematical statistics
    OR
    ST104a Statistics 1 (half course) AND ST104b Statistics 2 (half course)
  • MT1186 Mathematical methods
    OR
    MT105A Mathematics 1 AND MT105B Mathematics 2
  • FN1202 Introduction to Finance

Level 200 and 300 courses

  • EC2020 Elements of econometrics
  • EC2065 Macroeconomics
  • EC2066 Microeconomics
  • One 200 or 300 course from any selection group

Level 200 and 300 courses

  • EC3016 International economics
  • EC3115 Monetary economics
  • EC3120 Mathematical economics
  • One 100, 200 or 300 course (or two half courses) from any selection group

Recommended optional courses

  • IS3167 Management and innovation of e-business
  • FN2191 Principles of Corporate Finance
  • FN3204 Investments & Portfolio Management
  • ST2187 Business analytics, applied modelling and prediction
  • DV3165 Development management
  • IR3210 International political economy

Graduate entry route comprises 9 full courses (or equivalent)

  • Financial analyst
  • Financial economist Economist
  • Market research analyst
  • Actuary
  • Data analyst
  • Investment analyst
  • Economic researcher
  • Policy analyst
  • Credit analyst

*This list is non-exhaustive