Before you arrive

Transition Resources

We have developed a set of transition resources designed to boost your confidence and skills, so you can start your academic journey feeling well-prepared and supported. We strongly recommend exploring these materials before your course begins.

• Maths RefresherLink opens in a new window
• Transitioning to Economics
• Academic EssentialsLink opens in a new window
• Academic Enhancement ProgrammeLink opens in a new window

Summer Reading

Our optional summer reading list will introduce you to key ideas, spark your curiosity, and help you feel more prepared for your course.

The books suggested are by no means compulsory reading and you are not required to purchase them. However, if you have the time, we hope you enjoy our recommendations.

Student Handbook

Familiarise yourself with our Student Handbooks, these are essential guides to everything you need to know about your studies:

* These will be updated shortly*

• L100 Handbook
• EPAIS Handbook
• Economics & Management Handbook

Module Choices

If you're an L100 or EPAIS student, we recommend taking some time to explore your optional modules, as this will help you make a more informed decision about what you'd like to study.

You will have a lecture discussing the module registration process during Welcome Week.

Economics and Management students will not need to select optional modules in Year 1

Resources for International Students

Moving to a new country and starting university is an exciting experience, but it can also bring a lot of questions. The International Orientation Course has been designed to help you feel informed, prepared, and confident before you arrive at Warwick.

Click here to access the International Orientation CourseLink opens in a new window

The Academic English Enhancement Programme offers a number of short modules designed to help you succeed in your studies at Warwick. Whether you want to improve your academic writing, participate more confidently in seminars, or understand assessment expectations, our modules support you throughout your degree. Available to UK and International students

Click here to find out more and registerLink opens in a new window

Spring Week Internships

Many of our first year students choose to apply for Spring Weeks, which are short internship/work experience programmes. Spring Week applications open early, so if you'd like to get a head start before arriving at Warwick, click here to learn more.

Welcome to Warwick

Take a look at the useful guidance from Warwick’s Central Welcome Week Team, including checklists to help you prepare before leaving for university.

Student Blogs

Find out from our current students what it's like to study at the University of Warwick - explore Unibuddy.

Social Media

Follow the Department of Economics on our various social media platforms, for all the latest events, updates and more!

• Instagram: @warwickeconomics
• LinkedIn: Department of Economics, University of Warwick
• YouTube: warwickeconomics
• Facebook: Department of Economics, The University of Warwick