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+B Mathematics 1 and 2 (half courses)
  • FN1202 Introduction to Finance OR AC1025 Principles of Accounting

Level 200 and 300 courses

  • EC2020 Elements of Econometrics
  • EC2065 Macroeconomics
  • EC2066 Microeconomics
  • Any 200 or 300 level course from Recommended optional courses

Level 200 and 300 courses

  • Any 300 level EC course from Recommended optional courses
  • Any 300 level EC course from Recommended optional courses
  • Any 300 level EC or FN course from Recommended optional Courses
  • Any course from Recommended optional courses

Recommended optional courses

  • IEC2199 The World Economy from the Industrial Revolution to the Present
  • EC3016 International Economics
  • EC3115 Monetary Economics
  • EC3120 Mathematical Economics
  • EM3000 Dissertation
  • FN3142 Quantitative Finance

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