BSc (Hons) Economics and Mathematics Programme Specification 2023-24

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1	ACADEMIC QUALITY TEAM
2	Programme Specifications 2023-24
3	Revised February 2023
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6	Programme Title			BSc (Hons) Economics and Mathematics
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8	This document applies to students who commenced the programme(s) in:			2023		Award type			BSc
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10	What level is this qualification?			Level 6		Length of programme			3 years
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12	Mode of study (Full / Part Time)			Full time
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14	Will the programme use standard University semester dates?			Yes		For York Online programmes, will standard dates for such programmes be used?
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16	Awarding institution			University of York		Board of Studies for the programme			Mathematics
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18	Lead department			Mathematics		Other contributing departments			Economics
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20	Language of study and assessment			English		Language(s) of assessment			English
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22	Is this a campus-based or online programme?			Campus
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24	Partner organisations
25	If there are any partner organisations involved in the delivery of the programme, please outline the nature of their involvement. You may wish to refer to the Policy on Collaborative Provision
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29	Reference points
30	Please state relevant reference points consulted in the design of this programme (for example, relevant documentation setting out PSRB requirements; the University's Frameworks for Programme Design (UG or PGT); QAA Subject Benchmark Statements; QAA Qualifications and Credit Frameworks).
31	Undergraduate Programme Design Policy; QAA Subject Benchmark Statement: Mathematics, Statistics and Operational Research; QAA Subject Benchmark Statement: Economics.
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34	Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning
35	Will this programme involve any exemptions from the University Policy and Procedures on Credit Transfer and the Recognition of Prior Learning? If so, please specify and give a rationale
36	No exemptions.
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39	Exceptions to Regulations
40	Please detail any exceptions to University Award Regulations and Frameworks that need to be approved (or are already approved) for this programme. This should include any that have been approved for related programmes and should be extended to this programme.
41	No exemptions.
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44	Internal Transfers
45	Please use the boxes below to specify if transfers into / out of the programme from / to other programmes within the University are possible by indicating yes or no and listing any restrictions. These boxes can also be used to highlight any common transfer routes which it would be useful for students to know.
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47		Transfers in:	Students can only transfer into this programme from the BSc in Mathematics and Finance and only up to the end of Semester 1.			Transfers out:	Students can transfer out of this programme into the BSc in Mathematics and Finance up to the end of Semester 1.
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50	Statement of Purpose
51	Please briefly outline the overall aims of the programme. This should clarify to a prospective student why they should choose this programme, what it will provide to them and what benefits they will gain from completing it.
52	In our competitive, fast-moving economic environment, skilled analysts are highly sought-after and command high salaries. The BSc in Economics and Mathematics has been designed for students interested in careers in this field, such as actuarial analysts, chartered accountants, data analysts, financial risk analysts, investment analysts and stockbrokers. The programme provides you with an outstanding opportunity to pursue and relate studies from both disciplines resulting in mastery in Mathematics - and therefore understanding of sophisticated systems and how to find the best strategy in complicated situations - and understanding of applications in Economics and how these reveal the rationales for various abstract mathematical techniques. In addition, this degree has a flexible design, with a very wide choice of optional modules, so you can tailor your studies according to your needs, interests and career plans. Throughout the programme you will be guided by dedicated staff, all of whom are engaged in current research and many of whom are world leaders in their field. By the end of your studies, you will have knowledge and expertise in two disciplines which are of vital importance in the modern world and a qualification valued by employers such as banks, hedge funds and financial consultants. The excellence of our programme, combining the strengths of both the departments of Economics and Mathematics, with York’s reputation as a top university, make a BSc degree in Economics and Mathematics at York an outstanding choice.
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63	If there are additional awards associated with the programme upon which students can register, please specify the Statement of Purpose for that programme. This will be most relevant for PGT programmes with exit awards that are also available as entry points. Use additional rows to include more than one additional award. Do not include years in industry / abroad (for which there are separate boxes).
64	Exit Award Title			Is the exit award also available as an entry point?	Outcomes: what will the student be able to do on exit with this award?			Specify the module diet that the student will need to complete to obtain this exit award
65	Certificate of Higher Education			Exit award only				Pass Stage 1 of the programme.
66	Diploma of Higher Education			Exit award only				Pass Stage 1 and 2 of the programme.
67	Ordinary Degree			Exit award only				Pass Stage 1 and 2 of the programme and any 60 credits from Stage 3.
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69	Programme Learning Outcomes
70	What are the programme learning outcomes (PLOs) for the programme? (Normally a minimum of 6, maximum of 8). Taken together, these outcomes should capture the distinctive features of the programme and represent the outcomes that students progressively develop in the programme and achieve at graduation. PLOs should be worded to follow the stem 'Graduates will be able to...'
71	1	Confidently identify those problems that can be analysed by standard mathematical techniques, and those situations in society where economic principles can provide insight, and be able to apply those techniques and principles successfully.
72	2	Recognise when an unfamiliar problem is open to pure mathematical investigation and/or mathematical modelling, and be able to adapt and/or synthesise a range of mathematical approaches (including abstraction or numerical approximation) to investigate the problem.
73	3	Deploy the methods of logical and mathematical reasoning used by economists, especially within formal models, with an understanding of the purpose and scope of such models.
74	4	Use logical reasoning to critically analyse statements, arguments or conjectures made by others, and be able to justify the mathematical principles they choose for such a critique.
75	5	Use statistical, econometric and computer-based techniques for analysing data, in applying and testing economic models or in economic and financial forecasting.
76	6	Engage with, and draw on, academic and professional research in Economics, with an ability to distinguish different themes within it, and to synthesise ideas from it.
77	7	Analyse and critically evaluate economic policies, of government and/or other institutions.
78	8	Communicate complex mathematical and economic ideas clearly, at a level appropriate for the intended audience.
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80	Diverse entry routes
81	Detail how you would support students from diverse entry routes to transition into the programme. For example, disciplinary knowledge and conventions of the discipline, language skills, academic and writing skills, lab skills, academic integrity.
82	The role of the personal tutor is to recognize the needs of students when they arrive in the first year and signpost them to appropriate support services. We have a First-Year Transition Officer, whose role is to help support students, no matter what their entry route, to successfully transition to university academic life. We signpost students to Maths Skills Centre, which offers advice and guidance on maths topics, statistical concepts and analysis. We also advise the students to use the support of the Writing Centre, which offers advice and guidance on academic writing, critical thinking and analysis skills, developing effective study habits and communication skills. More specialised skills are taught in our first-year module Mathematical Programming and Skills. This involves mathematical writing, presentation skills and employability.
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91	Inclusion
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93	Please confirm by ticking the box on the right that the design, content and delivery of the programme will support students from all backgrounds to succeed. This refers to the University's duties under the Equality Act 2010. You may wish to refer to the optional Inclusive Learning self-assessment tools to support reflection on this issue.
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95	Employability
96	Please give a brief overview - no more than 5 sentences - of how the programmes helps develop students' employability. Your Faculty Employability Manager can help reflection on this issue. This statement will be used by Marketing as the basis for external content with respect to employability.
97	The Economics and Mathematics programme teaches research skills, precise logical thinking, problem analysis, data analysis and the capacity to critically and quantitatively evaluate economic policy, and effective intellectual communication. These skills are required in a wide range of sectors and our former students have been successful in securing jobs in companies, governmental agencies, and academia. We will help you identify and reflect on the professional skills gained and personal strengths developed from your course and clearly articulate how these can be transferred to a work context. Your professional skills will be developed and built upon throughout the programme, starting in the first year where some of the basic skills of team working and project management are introduced, and where your ability to communicate your skillset effectively with employers will be developed.
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