UG Modules

Core Modules

Core modules are compulsory and you do not need to register for these.

Everyone must take core modules in economic analysis and quantitative techniques. Depending on your degree course, in your first year, for example, you will take either EC107 Economics 1 or EC108 Macroeconomics 1 and EC109 Microeconomics 1. All first-year students take EC139 Mathematical Techniques A or EC140 Mathematical Techniques B and EC122 Statistical Techniques A or EC124 Statistical Techniques B.

All first-year students take Economics Personal Development Module (PDM) which is non-credit rated (L100 and LM1D (LLD2)).

Optional Core Modules

Optional core modules are modules which are compulsory but which offer an element of choice within a subset of modules, meaning that you are asked to choose between one module or another or, for example, two modules from a subset of five.

Optional Modules Offered by the Department of Economics

Optional modules are non-compulsory modules which offer you the chance to study an aspect of Economics in more depth. You should make your selection taking account of the constraints imposed by your degree course regulations. Please ensure you are aware of the relevant pre-requisitesLink opens in a new window before registering for a module. You will only be permitted to take a module if you have the required pre-requisites.

Approved Options

Before finalising your choice of non-Economics options, you must confirm with the relevant department that you are accepted for the option and that the timetable is feasible for you, across the whole year, not just the Autumn term. There are lists of approved external optional modules that you may choose from, each year of your study see here for Year 1Link opens in a new window, Year 2Link opens in a new window and Final YearLink opens in a new window. Please check your Non-Economics module appears on the approved list before registering. The lists are not exhaustive - if other outside options appeal to you must complete an online Unusual Options Request FormLink opens in a new window to request permission to take the module. You must also obtain permission from the department offering the module. For further information please refer to UG handbook.Link opens in a new window

Module Fair and Pre-registration

Economics current first year students module fair: Thursday 1st May 1-2pm in R0.21.

Economics current second year students module fair: Thursday 24th April 1-2:30pm in R0.21

Pre-registration: Pre-registration will open on Tuesday 22rd April and will remain available until Tuesday 6th May 8pm. Registrations received during this time will be treated equally and there is no first come, first served basis. Here is a link to the formLink opens in a new window which will be available from the 22nd April.

External Departments Module Information

WBS Module Fair Information: The fair will take place in the main atrium of the WBS building on Wednesday 5th March, and we
hope to see you there! WBS Module Fair details.Link opens in a new window
Information for students: WBS module applications take place earlier than most departments, with round 1 running from 5th March to the beginning of May. WBS modules are often very popular and have limited capacity, so to maximise their chance of securing a place on their desired module(s) we strongly
advise students to apply with us in this round. Later rounds will take place over summer, and at the start of each teaching term.
As well as the module fair, students can access loads of information about our modules and the application process via our my.wbs Module Application HubLink opens in a new window, which is currently being updated with 25/26 information ahead of the fair.
Students can log into my.wbs using the usual IT login details, they don’t need to create a new account.

IATL: You are permitted to take a maximum of 15 CATS of IATL modules across your second and final years combined. To take an IATL module, first register your interest HERELink opens in a new window.

GSD: Spaces are limited so we would advise students to apply early. Filling out the formLink opens in a new window indicates to us you are interested in taking one of our modules - it is not an indication that you have secured a place. The deadline for completing this form is 12 noon Monday 31st March 2025.

Language Centre: The Language Centre module fair in term 2 will take place in the FAB building on Wednesday 5 March, 14:00-17:00. You can find out more about the event here: Language Centre Module Fair Taster SessionsLink opens in a new window

Liberal Arts: If you would like to take modules from Liberal Arts, please complete the Liberal Arts Module Choice FormLink opens in a new window.

Please Note - It is students responsibility to check if their module choices are inline with their degree course regulations. Here is the link to our handbook.Link opens in a new window

Unusual Options

If you wish to take an option module not listed explicitly as "an approved option" under your degree course regulations, please submit an Unusual Option Request FormLink opens in a new window. Your request will be considered on its merits, by the Deputy Director of Undergraduate Studies, who will decide after checking for consistency and fair treatment. This form Opens with pre-registration on Tuesday 22nd April and will close on Tuesday 6th May 8pm, but outcomes will be communicated to students in October 2025.

Economics Modules as an Outside Option

Are you non Economics student seeking an Economics module as an outside option? You should check the Module Pages for detailed outlines and then carefully check to ensure you have the required compulsory pre-requisitesLink opens in a new window. If you meet the module requirements, you must complete our application form and wait for a response. Complete our application formLink opens in a new window

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