[Economics in the UK]: Post-Pandemic Economics: Is it really that simple to just talk about money and numbers?

The COVID-19 pandemic in 2019 has posed challenges to economies of different countries and even the entire world over the past two years. Especially when it comes to the most urgent task of post-pandemic economic reconstruction and recovery. Regardless of the situation, whether in prosperous times or during a pandemic, maintaining a well-ordered global economy is a top priority for all countries, much like the need to breathe and drink water daily to sustain life. This is where studying economics comes into play: from researching economic theories to studying individual economics, institutional decision-making, public administration, and even the global operational aspects, all of these are closely related to addressing the issues of post-pandemic economic reconstruction.

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• Economics

In the face of challenges in the new era, is studying economics merely delving into traditional theories? As one of the top 20 economics departments in the UK, the University of Essex has produced three "down-to-earth" Nobel laureates in economics over the past decade. Therefore, the economics program at Essex is undoubtedly keeping up with the times. It incorporates research topics related to the 2019 coronavirus, such as health economics and public economics, making the economics curriculum more relevant to everyday life. Students also have the opportunity to visit the UK Data Archive (UKDA) located at the University of Essex. The archive houses electronic data on population censuses and social sciences from nearly 50 years in the UK. Students can visit and consult these unique collections at any time.

As a top 30 research-intensive university in the UK (Complete University Guide 2022), the University of Essex offers year-long placements in several undergraduate programs, allowing students to have hands-on experience in relevant industries. They also have the opportunity to intern at renowned companies such as Ford, Goldman Sachs, Barclays, with the university's assistance, gaining valuable work experience. To enhance students' employability, the university also organises mock interviews for different professions, enabling students to master interview formats and techniques, thereby boosting their confidence.