Leeds University
Business School
Joint Honours Economics
Economics courses at Leeds will give you a critical understanding of the economic issues arising in business, in public policy and in
society at large. Covering the core concepts, practices and techniques of economics, our courses also develop analytical, quantitative,
computing, presentation and other transferable skills required by the professional economist and employers in both the private and
public sectors.
Leeds University Business School is one of the largest of its kind in the country, occupying a landmark building on the western side
of the campus. Our graduates are very attractive to potential employers. The School also offers an extensive range of postgraduate
courses for those who wish to continue their studies at Leeds.
Each year students take 120-130 credits (the exact amount depends on your Joint Honours combination). Shaded modules in a blue box are
core, compulsory modules. Please note that module availability is subject to change.
Important - please note that this is an example of a Joint Honours Economics course. The exact modules available to you may differ
depending on your Joint Honours combination.
Level 1 Modules
Economic Theory and Applications 1 (20 credits)
l Explore the basic concepts and analytical procedures of microeconomic and macroeconomic theories.
l Produce a microeconomic analysis of a pure exchange economy using indifference curve analysis and the
Edgeworth-Bowley box framework.
l Review basic concepts and analytical procedures of macroeconomic theory, including a simplified two-sector model of the economy.
Economics and Global History (10 credits)
Explore the relevance of history for economics and economics for history, and gain the intellectual tools to deal with the dynamics of
long term economic development, waves and crisis.
l Apply historical economic reasoning to concrete problems in economic decision making on the societal and policy level.
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You will also study the following modules, depending on the level of Mathematics qualification you already have:
For students with GCSE Mathematics:
Mathematics for Economics and Business 1 (10 credits)
l Statistics for Economics and Business 1 (10 credits)
l Mathematical Economics (10 credits)
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For students with A level Mathematics (with Mechanics):
Statistics for Economics and Business 1 (10 credits)
l Mathematical Economics (10 credits)
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For students with A level Mathematics (with Statistics):
Mathematical Economics (10 credits)
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In level 1, you also study between 40 and 60 credits in your other Joint Honours subject. You also choose up to 40 credits of Discovery
modules in either a third subject or one of your two named Joint Honours subjects, to bring your total credits studied to 120.
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Level 2 Modules
Intermediate Microeconomics (10 credits)
l Develop an intermediate level knowledge of partial equilibrium analysis in microeconomics.
l Deploy advanced techniques in the application of economic models to the study of microeconomic problems.
Intermediate Macroeconomics (10 credits)
Apply a wider range of theoretical models to the study of economic problems in macroeconomics.
l Deploy advanced techniques in the application of economic models to the study of macroeconomic problems.
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Select at least 20 credits from the following modules:
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Introduction to Health Economics (10 credits)
Theories of Growth, Value and Distribution (10 credits)
Industrial Economics (10 credits)
Mathematics for Business and Economics 2 (10 credits)
Macroenomic Policy and Performance in Britain (10 credits)
Explanation in Economics (10 credits)
The International Economic Environment (10 credits)
Business Economics (10 credits)
Applied Economics (10 credits)
Introduction to Econometrics (10 credits)
Labour Economics (10 credits)
Economics of Innovation (10 credits)
Statistics for Business and Economics 2 (10 credits)
How to be a Successful Policy Economist (10 credits)
Ethics and Economics (10 credits)
Transport Economics (10 credits)
Project Appraisal (10 credits)
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Level 3 Modules
Final Year Project
l Undertake an autonomous piece of research work (for example a dissertation, community-based project or portfolio) covering
one or both of your Joint Honours subjects.
l Implications of the project for your overall level 3 module requirements will vary according to your Joint Honours programme exact arrangements will be confirmed nearer the time.
Optional modules:
Select 60 credits from the following modules:
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Introduction to the Economic Evaluation of Health (10 credits)
Advanced Microeconomics (10 credits)
International Trade (10 credits)
Contemporary Issues in Economic Growth (10 credits)
International Banking and Finance (10 credits)
Transnational Corporations in the World Economy (10 credits)
Economic Development (20 credits)
Economics of Famines (20 credits)
Environmental Economics (10 credits)
Modern Theories of Money and Monetary Policy (10 credits)
Public Enterprise and Regulation (10 credits)
Advanced Macroeconomics (10 credits)
Global Economic Coordination and Governance (10 credits)
Current Topics in European Integration (10 credits)
The Economics of Unions (10 credits)
The Political Economics of Work (10 credits)
Economics of Business and Corporate Strategy (20 credits)
Over levels 2 and 3 together students must take:
Economics – a minimum of 100 credits (at least 60 credits must be at level 3)
Other subject – a minimum of 80 credits (at least 40 credits must be at level 3)
In Level 2 you must take a further 40 credits, and in Level 3 you must take a further 20 credits. You must also meet any credit requirements
detailed on the programme structure listing for your specific Joint Honours course (see the “Helping you” section at the end of this
document). If the requirements of your programme allow, you may take any remaining credits in either or both of your Joint Honours
subjects, or in Discovery modules.
Leeds University Business School
Joint Honours combinations for Economics
Combined Subject
Course Code
Combined Subject
Course Code
Asia Pacific Studies
LT13
Russian Advanced
RL71
Chinese
LT11
Russian Beginners
RLR1
French
RL11
Russian Civilisation
RLT1
Geography
LL17
South East Asian Studies
LT1H
German
RL21
Spanish
RL41
History
VL11
Thai Studies
LT1J
Italian Advanced
LR13
Italian Beginners
LRC3
Japanese
TL21
Mathematics (BSc)
GL11
Philosophy
VL51
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
1LV0
Politics
LL12
The above summary was checked at the time of printing. The most up-to-date information is at www.leeds.ac.uk/coursefinder
Helping You
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This information is intended as a guide only - there may be differences between specific programmes.
This leaflet summarises Economics as a Joint Honours combination, and lists the module options available in a Joint Honours
Economics course. Please see the Joint Honours course-matrix printed in our prospectus, or visit www.leeds.ac.uk/coursefinder to check
which degree subjects can be studied with Economics.
Our degree content changes to reflect new research and scholarship. New modules are introduced from time to time and some modules
may be withdrawn.
Please be aware that some modules in upper levels require you to have studied other modules beforehand as a pre-requisite. In
addition, some modules may be particularly suitable before postgraduate study.
Every Joint Honours degree programme has a homepage on www.leeds.ac.uk/coursefinder. On each homepage there is a link that takes you
to the programme structure and contents of your specific combination as listed in the programme catalogue. Please note that the details
given in the programme catalogue link are the definitive requirements for the combination - this document is intended just as a guideline.
We are always happy to help you with more information about applying to the University of Leeds, email [email protected]
The information contained in this document was right at time of going to press (October 2014). For current
information on courses and entry requirements please visit our website at www.leeds.ac.uk/coursefinder
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