Economics with Political Studies

Studying economics, politics and international relations at royal holloway means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts at two of the uk’s top ten teaching and research centres. this joint degree combines the core course of the economics degree with foundation and option courses offered by politics and international relations. these disciplines have many natural affinities between them, and their synergies lend themselves well to students who are interested in pursuing careers in various policy fields as well as in the areas of politics/international relations and economics generally, in both the public and private sectors. this combined with the broad spectrum of transferable skills gained will lead to excellent career prospects.

This year will be spent on a work placement. you will be supported by the placements office and the royal holloway careers and employability service to find a suitable placement. however, royal holloway cannot guarantee that all students who are accepted onto this degree programme will secure a placement, and the ultimate responsibility lies with yourself. this year forms an integral part of the degree programme and you will be asked to complete assessed work. the mark for this work will count towards your final degree classification.

• Type: Mandatory

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An economics with political studies degree at royal holloway will equip you with an enviable range of practical skills and can lead into a variety of career paths. the knowledge and skills developed in an economics degree will make you highly employable and can lead to a broad range of careers in both the private and public sectors and also for professional training in areas such as law, accountancy and management.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Royal Holloway, University of London has partnerships with the following companies: