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Faculty of Social Sciences

School of Economics

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You'll be taught by some of the top economic experts in their field and receive the latest cutting-edge teaching from people who care passionately about their subject.

Our staff advise government departments in the UK such as the Department for Work and Pensions, the Department for Education, as well as advisory bodies such as the Low Pay Commission. Their research helps shape government policies and aims to improve people's lives. This research also informs what you will be taught in your modules.

We also have regular visiting speakers, including Dr Swati Dhingra, Professor Dame Diane Coyle, Torsten Bell and Professor Stephen Machin.

We invest to create the right environment for you. That means outstanding facilities, study spaces and support, including 24/7 access to our online library service.

Study spaces and computers are available to offer you choice and flexibility for your study. Our five library sites give you access to over one million books and periodicals. You can access your library account and our rich digital collections from anywhere on or off campus. Other library services include study skills training to improve your grades, and tailored advice from experts in your subject.

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Many of our graduates now work as professional economists in government, industry and the third sector. We also have students successfully enter related professions, such as  banking, insurance, accountancy, sales and management.

Some of our most recent graduates are now working for the Bank of England, HM Treasury, the European Parliament, PwC, Deloitte, IBM and Rolls Royce. Additionally, we have students who continue to study economics at postgraduate level either here in Sheffield or at other world-renowned institutions. 

The School of Economics is based in the Elmfield building, close to The Wave, the new home for the Faculty of Social Sciences. The Wave features state-of-the-art collaborative lecture theatres, study spaces and seminar rooms.

Teaching may take place in Elmfield, The Wave, or in other buildings across campus, many of which are close together so it’s easy to walk between them and it’s a great way to get to know the city. You will also be close to our Students' Union and central libraries.

Our state-of-the-art classrooms are in the same building as our staff offices. You'll also have your own social space with computer access.

If you've received an offer to study with us, we'll invite you to one of our offer holder days, which take place between February and April. These open days have a strong school focus and give you the chance to really explore student life here, even if you've visited us before.

Start a conversation with us – you can get in touch by email, telephone or online chat.

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We have a global reputation for our expertise in practical and real-world economics. You'll learn from some of the top economic experts, who provide cutting-edge teaching based on their research.

Our academics play an active role in shaping policy, advising UK government departments such as the Department for Work and Pensions and the Department of Education. They also work with influential bodies such as the Low Pay Commission. The research we produce directly influences government policies and aims to improve lives. This is what informs the content of your modules.

As a result, our graduates are highly sought after by some of the country's leading employers, including the Bank of England, PwC, IBM and HM Treasury.

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