Economics and Sustainable Development BSc (Hons)
University of Sussex
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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SEP-26

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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University of Sussex

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SEP-26

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3 Years

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This is a joint-honours course, offering you a combinations of subjects, each taking up 50% of your time.Your degreeIn your final year, youll deepen your expertise by focusing on climate change economics, the economics of development, and advanced data science. Youll also have the flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests, with options in areas like international trade, applied econometrics, and sustainability in policy. To further expand your understanding of sustainable ...Read more

This is a joint-honours course, offering you a combinations of subjects, each taking up 50% of your time.

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In your final year, youll deepen your expertise by focusing on climate change economics, the economics of development, and advanced data science. Youll also have the flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests, with options in areas like international trade, applied econometrics, and sustainability in policy. To further expand your understanding of sustainable development, you can choose from optional modules covering topics such as environmental disasters, political ecology, environmental justice, food security, and global development politics.

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Teaching methods typically include a combination of Lectures and Seminars.


WUSCA ranking:
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72/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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30th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
47th
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£9,535 per year

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Domestic. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£22,575 per year

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It is a great college, very accessible and convenient. Happy space for students and supportive atmosphere....
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University of Sussex
University of Sussex , Brighton

The University of Sussex is a world-leading research-intensive institution (REF, 2021) based near the popular seaside city of Brighton....

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Sussex House, Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Falmer  0.1 miles away

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