Economics with Law

Unveil the intricate link between law and economics with Goldsmiths, University of London’s BA in Economics with Law. This three-year, full-time program equips you with a unique skillset, combining a strong foundation in economic principles with a thorough understanding of the legal framework that shapes economic activity.

Develop a Dual Expertise: Master the core concepts of economics, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and economic theory. Simultaneously, gain a solid grounding in legal principles, exploring areas like contract law, commercial law, and intellectual property law.

Analyze Economic Issues from a Legal Lens: Learn to critically analyze economic issues through a legal lens. Understand how legal frameworks influence economic decisions, market behaviour, and government policies. Develop the ability to identify legal implications of economic activities and economic consequences of legal rulings.

Quantitative and Analytical Skills: Sharpen your quantitative and analytical skills through coursework in economics, statistics, and legal reasoning. Hone your ability to interpret complex data, apply economic models, construct compelling arguments, and present your findings effectively.

Interdisciplinary Approach: This program fosters an interdisciplinary approach, allowing you to see the interconnectedness of law and economics in the real world. Gain a comprehensive understanding of how legal systems shape economic outcomes and vice versa.

Professional Preparation: Develop the knowledge and skills sought after by employers in various sectors. The program prepares you for careers in law, economics, finance, consulting, government agencies, and international organizations.

Graduates emerge as versatile professionals with a strong understanding of economic and legal systems, prepared for diverse careers in various fields, including:

• Commercial law (corporate law, mergers and acquisitions)
• Competition law and regulatory affairs
• Economic consultancy
• Financial analysis and investment banking
• Economic policy analysis within government agencies
• International trade law
• Further studies in law (e.g., LLM programs) or economics (e.g., Master’s in Economics)