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Bachelor of Science in Economics (with Honours) - BSc Econ H
Economics with Political Studies
Royal Holloway, University of London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Economics with Political Studies course at Royal Holloway, University of London.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,B,B
Required subjects: GCSE Maths grade A or 7 to meet the Maths requirement for this course. At least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9-4 including English and Mathematics. Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £26,800 per year |
| International | £26,800 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L1L2
Here's what Royal Holloway, University of London says about its Economics with Political Studies course.
Studying Economics with Political Studies at Royal Holloway means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts at one of the UK’s top ten teaching and research centres. Economics is one of the most influential and liveliest disciplines in today's world, affecting the lives and fortunes of everyone on the planet. This course offers a complete education in the theories and methods of economics, with a strong focus on analytical methods and a quarter of your time will be spent on political studies. The knowledge and transferable skills gained will lead to excellent career prospects in public and private management, financial institutions and in government.
Through your studies you will develop an in-depth understanding of economics at all levels – from the company to the state, and beyond. You will learn to appreciate and apply the core theories of micro and macroeconomics; gain important quantitative and computing skills that are widely applicable as well as skills in logical reasoning and gain experience in logical and philosophical reasoning. You will also gain a grounding in politics by analysing and criticising classic and contemporary texts and exploring political ideas and processes in countries throughout the world and the global system.
Our balanced approach to research and teaching guarantees high quality teaching from subject leaders, cutting edge materials and intellectually challenging debates. Our courses follow a coherent and developmental structure which we combined with an effective and flexible approach to study.
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Study academic politics and be introduced to the ‘real world’ of contemporary politics.
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Cover micro and macro-economics to build a solid foundation of economic theory.
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See how economics and politics combine and challenge the world around them.
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Opportunity to undertake a dissertation to explore an in-depth topic you are passionate about.
Source: Royal Holloway, University of London
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science in Economics (with Honours) - BSc Econ H
Department
Economics
Location
Main Site | Egham
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Economics
• Politics
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
Please refer to our website for information: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/undergraduate/economics/economics-with-political-studies/
How you will be assessed
Your course will be assessed by a combination of examinations and in-course assignments in the form of essays or presentations.
Royal Holloway, University of London student reviews
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2nd year student
Things a little expensive but there's always something on. Summer Ball ticketing is a bit of a joke. They offer a certain number of cheaper tickets early but you have to be lightning fast to secure the.ticket at th e cheaper price. Plenty of variety and bars eating and shops
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2nd year student
There's always something on , Egham a bit run down but campus socialising is great. There's everything you need on campus ,although exploring further afield like Windsor and London is reasonable on the train.
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2nd year student
This is my main negative with this university. I was in really nice halls Kingswood 1st year. Affordable nice location. 2nd year halls were not an option so had to find private. Expensive. The student finance maintenance loan.does not cover then full cost. Work opportunities are few at the univers...
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2nd year student
Support has been OK.
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2nd year student
Lack of affordable accommodation for continuing students. Student union on campus great safe little expensive.Other facilities library etc good.
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2nd year student
As stated course content challenging and found that workload high but was able.to keep on top of assignments. Tutors helpful and approachable.
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Royal Holloway, University of London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Economics with Political Studies course at Royal Holloway, University of London features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
84%
med
Teaching on my course
84%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
90%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
89%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
73%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
86%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
80%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
86%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
80%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
87%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
79%
med
Assessment and feedback
74%
med
Assessment and feedback
74%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
79%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
80%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
55%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
89%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
69%
med
Academic support
86%
med
Academic support
86%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
88%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
85%
med
Organisation and management
87%
med
Organisation and management
87%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
85%
med
How well organised is your course?
89%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
81%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
87%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
92%
med
Student voice
81%
med
Student voice
81%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
74%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
88%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
78%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
77%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
90%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
87%
med
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
88%
med
Teaching on my course
88%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
77%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
96%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
86%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
91%
med
Learning opportunities
83%
med
Learning opportunities
83%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
82%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
85%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
81%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
90%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
75%
med
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
86%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
87%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
79%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
89%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
74%
med
Academic support
87%
low
Academic support
87%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
85%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
88%
med
Organisation and management
82%
med
Organisation and management
82%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
79%
med
How well organised is your course?
85%
med
Learning resources
86%
med
Learning resources
86%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
83%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
88%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
87%
med
Student voice
77%
med
Student voice
77%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
61%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
89%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
80%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
66%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
80%
med
Student information
The Economics with Political Studies course at Royal Holloway, University of London features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Economics | B | |||||
| Mathematics | C | |||||
| Psychology | B | |||||
| Business Studies | B | |||||
| Biology | C | |||||
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Government and Politics | B | |||||
| History | B | |||||
| Economics | B | |||||
| English Literature | B | |||||
| Sociology | B | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Economics with Political Studies course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Royal Holloway, University of London graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
73%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
88%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
35%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
35%
Finance Professionals
14%
Administrative occupations
9%
Business and public service associate professionals
8%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
Graduate statistics
80%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
84%
In work, study or other activity
70%
Say it fits with future plans
65%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
30%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
10%
Protective service occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
The Economics with Political Studies course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for Royal Holloway, University of London graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£28.1k
First year after graduation
£32.5k
Third year after graduation
£44.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£26.6k
First year after graduation
£28.9k
Third year after graduation
£36.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Economics with Political Studies.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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