Economics (V13) Dipl
The Open University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
In this diploma you’ll explore contemporary socio-economics issues by learning to apply economic theories and techniques to real world situations. You'll learn to use specialised software to apply statistical concepts to economic data and carry out your own research project. The analytical skills you'll learn are greatly valued by employers. This diploma is ideally suited to a graduate in any discipline and can be completed in as little as two years. You’ll have evidence of a systematic study of economics without having to complete a full degree. If you wish to gain an economics degree later, you may be able to count the credit gained from this diploma.
Key features of the course
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Gain a good basic knowledge of economic theory and an understanding of economic issues.
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Analyse some of the most compelling challenges facing us today, such as inequality and unemployment, and issues facing business.
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Engage in economic debate, assess qualitative and quantitative evidence and its usefulness in relation to economic theories.
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Learn to analyse economics data using statistical techniques.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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About The Open University
The Open University was established in 1969 in Milton Keynes, and is the largest university in the UK for undergraduate education. The OU is among the most prestigious distance-learning institutions in the United Kingdom, enjoying numerous awards and accreditations, including Triple Crown status for their Business School.
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Student composition of The Open University
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Total number of students enrolled at The Open University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 79920
- postgraduates:
- 3260
- Total:
- 83180
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Economics”: 1180 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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