Major in Economics
You’ll develop the analytical and critical thinking skills necessary to understand and evaluate economic issues across a wide range of sectors — and to make informed decisions that impact both local and global economies.
- 2 Years / Onsite
- Intakes: Jan, Apr, Jun, Oct
Overview
Economics addresses the ways in which financial systems, markets, and policies influence and reflect human behavior. At Lisburn University, we explore the many ways that economics shapes and is shaped by culture, law, politics, and business, as well as how economic theories and decisions impact societies worldwide.
One day in class, your professor might present an economic model or real-world case study. You and your classmates will analyze, critique, and discuss that model or case from different perspectives, such as its assumptions, implications, and real-world applications. Then you’ll develop your own analysis or economic policy proposal in response.
Career Opportunities
Our graduates work and intern in a range of jobs in various sectors — finance, banking, government, consulting, public policy, international organizations, research institutions, and non-profit organizations. Many have pursued careers as economic analysts, financial planners, policy advisors, or market researchers. We’ve also had graduates start their own businesses and others go on to graduate school in economics, business administration, law, public policy, and international relations.
Program Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate an understanding of how economic principles shape patterns of social interaction, the expression of cultural values and norms, political practices, and relations of power, both locally and globally.
Be able to use a variety of analytical tools to evaluate economic trends, financial systems, policy decisions, and market behaviors that influence individual, business, and government actions.
Demonstrate an understanding of the economic forces at play in global development, poverty reduction, and social justice, and be prepared to apply economic theory and research to create more sustainable and equitable solutions.
Programme
| Semester 1 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Principles of Microeconomics | 3 | ECON 101 |
| Introduction to Statistics | 3 | STAT 110 |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | ECON 102 |
| Semester 2 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics for Economists | 4 | ECON 201 |
| Managerial Economics | 3 | ECON 203 |
| Economic Theory and Policy | 3 | ECON 204 |
| Semester 3 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| International Trade | 3 | ECON 301 |
| Labor Economics | 3 | ECON 305 |
| Econometrics | 4 | ECON 310 |
| Semester 4 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Public Economics | 3 | ECON 402 |
| Development Economics | 3 | ECON 405 |
| Financial Economics | 4 | ECON 406 |
| Total for the entire period of study | 40 |
Contact us
Unit 1 44-550 Longstone Street, Lisburn BT28 1TP Northern Ireland
How to Apply?
- You Apply
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- We Connect
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- You Get Ready
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