The course will appeal to students who have an interest in economic and current affairs and a desire to explore why and how the study of Economics contributes to an understanding of the modern world. The fundamentals of our existence are based on a successful economy. This subject will equip you with the skills and understanding to be able to formulate sound economic arguments about issues that affect us, from Brexit to sugar taxes. It will challenge you academically but will also give you a range of life skills that will sharpen your decision making and make you more employable. Economics is split into two areas of study: Microeconomics looks at the decisions that consumers and firms make it explores why they make these decisions by exploring their motives and considers how the government regulates the decision making of both individuals and businesses. Macroeconomics looks at the whole economy and explores what techniques the government can employ to maintain a successful and sustainable economy.