ECN6006   Economics International Experience   (120 credits)

Description

Unique to this programme is that during the third year of study students can opt in to study, study and work, or work abroad for one year. The study option of the programme offers students the opportunity to spend one year at one of the University's partner institutions - through the Erasmus or the Study abroad programmes. It is expected that students will achieve a pass mark at the institution of study on all modules they attend during the year abroad. Students who work well independently and seek out challenges may be best-suited to this programme, as are those who wish to gain experience with forms of university instruction and assessment different to those in the UK. Alternatively, the programme provides the opportunity to study and work abroad for one year. In that case, students are expected to find an employment placement, at the country they have been nominated to study, with support from the Department of Economics and the Careers Service. The divide between study and work placement is flexible but should be no less than 20% (1 day) on either. The final option of this programme allows students to find an employment placement and work abroad for a minimum of 38 weeks and a maximum of 12 months, subject to approval from the employment experience coordinator of the Department. The work abroad option gives students the opportunity to live and work abroad in order to enhance future career prospects, build a network of international contacts, diversify academic skills and

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