So you think you want to study economics? Contrary to popular belief, economics is not just looking at graphs and analysing statistics – it\u2019s a actually a very rich and diverse subject! I give you five\u00a0reasons why economics is “da bomb”, and how it could change your life!<\/p>\n
1. Awareness of current issues<\/strong><\/p>\n Current affairs never really interested me (gasp!) until I started studying economics. It was partly a lack of understanding, and partly a lack of exposure. Studying economics really pushed my limits in\u00a0 that respect; not only was I encouraged to inform myself on what the world was up to, it also improved my ability to relate the content we study to real-world policy decision and I started forming my own opinions. It is always the right time to start studying economics – international relations will never not exist, and I am much more confident reading the news now than I ever was before!<\/p>\n But even if you already take an interest in current affairs and you actually read The Economist<\/em> (why is it always the first thing people mention when you\u2019re wondering how to do well in economics?!), choosing this degree will give you a much, much deeper understanding of the implications of economic decision-making, and make you a better citizen.<\/p>\n 2. Development of a balanced skill set<\/strong><\/p>\n So, either you\u2019re thinking \u2018I want to, but I just can\u2019t stand the maths\u2019 or you\u2019re thinking \u2018I want to, but I just can\u2019t stand the essay-writing\u2019. Sorry to break the news; both are important. But you know what? They\u2019re way more manageable when they work hand-in-hand. Trust me, before uni, integrations and matrices seemed like the biggest waste of time to me. What I didn\u2019t understand was that those techniques are the building blocks for your understanding and ultimately, your success. Once you have a grasp of those basic mechanisms, you start seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, and it all starts making sense! And when you bring in the intuition and words to confirm what the maths has proven, you\u2019ve figured out what economics is all about. Learning how to link theory to practice is an invaluable skill which you will carry with you for the rest of your life, and once you realise how powerful that skill set is, you\u2019ll be unstoppable!<\/p>\n 3. It’s adaptable and flexible\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Another juicy secret of mine: the reason why I chose to study economics is simply because I didn\u2019t know what I wanted to do. I\u2019m creative, analytical and very practical. Well, turns out I made the right decision! Economics as an undergraduate subject is popular for that reason; anyone can join in, whatever your strengths are, it\u2019ll allow you to develop them. You are free to go down the path which interests you the most, and most importantly, you\u2019re allowed to change your mind. If finance doesn\u2019t really float your boat, there are so many other paths you can go down.<\/p>\n 4.\u00a0Opportunities!<\/strong><\/p>\n As I already mentioned, economics is a popular subject. And because it\u2019s a popular subject, your department can go the extra mile to provide opportunities alongside your studies. Over the past two years, my inbox has been bombarded with the most exciting opportunities to get stuck into; from workshops to fundraising, there is a chance for you to really make use of your full potential. You\u2019ll have a great time, learn something useful, and have something to replace your boring summer job from four\u00a0years ago with on your CV.<\/p>\n 5. Creditsssss<\/strong><\/p>\n You can\u2019t really talk about studying economics and not speak about money. There\u2019s no shame in wanting to pursue a degree which will generate a decent return on the expensive investment that is university. Whatever I do, I know that economics is a solid, flexible and respected degree – it gives me the confidence to experiment with different career options, because my skill set enables it! A lot of graduates end up embarking on graduate schemes, which often offer very desirable packages and a really, really good start to your working life. So if monetary prospects are your motivation, economics is a sound choice.<\/p>\n Convinced yet? Let me know your thoughts and questions down below!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" So you think you want to study economics? Contrary to popular belief, economics is not just looking at graphs and analysing statistics – it\u2019s a actually a very rich and diverse subject! 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