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From Brexit to inequality, economics will help you understand the big issues and boost your career prospects. Join Chloe as she describes the personal learning experience at Greenwich.

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Our courses

We offer specialist degrees in economics and business economics. You can study full-time, part-time or take a sandwich course with an industry placement. Our extended degrees include a foundation year to prepare you for degree-level study.

Business Economics, BA Hons

This business economics degree from our business school will boost your knowledge of economic theory and behavioural economics for top careers. Learn more.

Mode: Full time, Part time, Sandwich
Location: Greenwich Campus
Subject: Economics

Economics (Year 2 & 3 Direct Entry), BSc Hons

Economics at Greenwich aims to provide you with the intellectual abilities and analytical tools to understand, analyse and act upon the most challenging issues of our time.

Mode: Full time
Location: Greenwich Campus
Subject: Economics

Economics, BSc Hons

Economics at Greenwich aims to provide you with the intellectual abilities and analytical tools to understand, analyse and act upon the most challenging issues of our time.

Mode: Full time, Part time, Sandwich
Location: Greenwich Campus
Subject: Economics

Economics, MSc

Study a Master’s in Economics at Greenwich, just minutes away from London’s financial hub. Explore international economics, finance and business. Read more.

Mode: Full time, Part time
Location: Greenwich Campus
Subject: Economics

Why Greenwich is great for economics degrees

We are one of only three UK universities that are taking a broader approach to economics. Our degree courses acknowledge the limitations of basic economic models and students consider real-world topics from the outset.

Insider's view

In this article, Kerian talks about her experience at Greenwich and her placement year at Microsoft. She gives advice to current and prospective students.

High-profile economic debates

The university hosts regular debates on current economic issues. Our 2017 series explored the economic impact of Brexit. Watch here.

First-rate careers service

Gain the skills, experience and contacts you need for your career with the help of the Business School Employability Office.

Gender equality key to solving the UK’s productivity crisis

Funding social care and childcare would free up the female workforce and boost the UK's lagging productivity, a new study has found.

The campus is lovely and it's close enough to the rest of London to make the most of the London life.

- Liam Cordrey, BSc Hons Economics

Communities and societies

Our active student societies offer space for growth and the opportunity to make lasting friendships. You can take part in activities both through your department and via the wider Students' Union. This is a sample of the societies we offer for anyone with an interest in economics, trading and investment.

Economics and Business Society

For those with interests in economics and business. Attend business seminars and meet potential future employers.

Rethinking Economics Greenwich

We are a network of students, academics and professionals interested in changing the way people think about economics.

Accounting Society

This Society will create a bridge between your skills, employability and knowledge. With regular sessions and monthly events, you will improve your chances of finding a placement and network.

Research and partnerships

Our research of economics is closely related to our teaching of the subject. Academics and researchers explore current socially relevant issues, from neoliberalism and privatisation to finance, economy and society.

Rethinking Economics: How Greenwich is leading the way

Since the 2008 financial crisis, economics is evolving from a theoretical subject into one that solves real world problems. In this context, our research and teaching combine to reinvigorate the discipline.

Join us as a research student

If you have a research proposal related to economics, we can help you apply to the university and find the appropriate supervisor.

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pgr_business_recruit@gre.ac.uk

Working with industry

Our expert staff, industry-standard facilities and research expertise can help your business grow.

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Greenwich Research & Enterprise

Contact

enterprise@gre.ac.uk

020 8331 7867

Big Picture Seminar Series

Gain insight into how different industries operate and the issues they face. Experienced speakers share their expertise on topics ranging from leadership and management to economics and media.