Programmes
Economics
Economics at Forward College combines the sharpest of analytical skills and the deepest critical thinking skills, with an immersive global perspective on the world’s most pressing issues. In today’s highly-competitive, data-driven, and multi-faceted professional environments, our Economics programme will provide you with an excellent foundation for any career in Economics, Business, Finance, and government, or equally for further graduate study.
Why choose Economics
- Develop critical thinking skills to analyse complex problems from multiple perspectives.
- Build strong data analysis and research abilities, applying quantitative and logical reasoning.
- Understand how decisions shape economies, societies, and global outcomes.
- Gain the tools and confidence to address real-world challenges and drive positive change.
- Analytical Proficiency: Master quantitative and qualitative skills to analyze and predict economic trends
- Global Economic Awareness: Understand macro and microeconomic theories, evaluating global economic implications
- Policy Formulation and Evaluation: Design and assess effective economic policies for diverse scenarios
- Interdisciplinary Integration: Merge insights from related fields for holistic economic solutions
- Effective Communication: Clearly articulate complex economic concepts to diverse audiences
Forward College Bachelor’s tuition programme includes:
- 100% small group teaching (on average 15 students per class)
- Weekly one-on-one tutoring for individualised feedback and guidance
- Weekly evaluations to track your progress throughout the year and ensure your success at the final exams
- Induction programme where you will better understand your learning style and adopt the most relevant learning methods for you
Our Bachelor’s in Economics equips students with valuable analytical, quantitative, and practical skills, opening doors to a diverse range of career opportunities across sectors.
Graduates have gone on to work in:
- International organisations and business networks: The Central European Chamber of Commerce (CECC), WKO – Wirtschaftskammer Österreich
- Consulting and advisory firms: EY Consulting, TNP Consulting GmbH, Analysys Mason
- Other sectors: banking and finance, market research, public policy, and education
Popular career paths include:
- Analysts: Economic, Market Research, and Investment roles
- Financial Specialists: Financial Planner, Investment Banker, Actuary
- Advisors and Consultants: Policy Advisor, Management Consultant, International Trade Specialist
- Property and Urban Development: Real Estate Appraiser, Urban Planner
- Environment and Advocacy: Environmental Economist, Consumer Rights Advocate
- Media and Education: Financial Journalist, Economic Educator
Many students also pursue further study, receiving offers from leading international institutions such as:
- Barcelona School of Economics
- HEC
- University of St Andrews
- London School of Economics (LSE)
- University of Oxford
Popular postgraduate fields include: economics, finance, international affairs, public policy, business administration, and development studies.
Programmes with a major in Economics
Forward College offers different programme formats depending on your ambition, potential, and interests. Learn more about their differences below and dive deeper into your preferred option.
| Item | Bachelor’s | Bachelor’s+ | Double Bachelor’s | Open Bachelor’s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courses/term | 4 | 5 | 6 | 5 to 7 |
| Study time/week | 30-40 hours | 40-50 hours | 55 to 60 hours | 50 hours |
| ECTS | 180 | 220 | 260 | 180 to 260 |
| Entrepreneurship Projects | – | 1x project either social or digital | 2x projects & consulting with external companies | Yes |
| Personal Development | – | Some modules | Full programme | Yes |
| Language classes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Internship | Not mandatory | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Deep dive into the details of
each programme
Meet our faculty members for this degree
Dr. Mariana Tavares
Head of Economics
Marcelo Goncalves De Martino
Assistant Professor in Statistics and Mathematics and Teaching and Learning Coordinator in Lisbon
Dr. Paul Cowell
Associate Professor of Economics and Head of Learning & Teaching Enhancement
Dr. Andrees Chattha
Associate Professor of Mathematics
Dr. Ryan Woodgate
External Academic Affairs Coordinator & Assistant Professor of Economics
Dr. Haikel Latiff
Head of Business and Management and Teaching and Learning Coordinator in Berlin
World class Bachelor’s
designed by the LSE
International
3 years, 3 countries, 100% international students
High quality teaching
100% small classes (~15 students)
Leadership programme
Entrepreneurship, Digital skills, Soft skills
Pathway to top master’s
70%* admitted in a top 10 European university / Business School
Companies where our students interned
Accreditations
Forward College is a Recognised Teaching Centre of the University of London (UoL). As such, our students are also students of the University of London and will graduate from the University of London [...]
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Careers & life after Forward
Most of our graduates apply to top Master’s around the world either following the academic field they have invested in – with a natural path towards master programmes at LSE and King’s College [...]
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