Ali Abbas - BSc Economics with FinanceThe initiatives that Southampton undertakes to help students find internships and placements in my opinion give proof of a genuine interest displayed by the University in the professional lives of its students.
Damola Akinyemi - Bsc Economics with a Year in EmploymentMy year in employment gave me time to network, explore ventures, and travel; giving me clearer insight and comprehensible vision of my future.
Nicolas Arsalides - BSc EconomicsThe structure of the course is what makes it special. Students can choose from a range of different modules, therefore creating the skill package they believe is the most suitable for their future careers.
Matt Brady - Bsc EconomicsI am enjoying the fact that everything I learn can be translated and seen in the real world and this really helps me consolidate my studies.
Christopher Etheridge - M.EconSouthampton is a great city and there is a lot to do around the city as well as lots of clubs and societies to join at the University.
Patrick Grimes - BSc Economics and Management SciencesI used the Bloomberg computer suite for my dissertation when collating share price data for companies – it was very useful and made the whole process a lot easier.
Marcus Jennings - BSc EconomicsThe University is fantastic. If you’re looking for an active lifestyle at uni, this is definitely the place to be.
Zak Jones - BSc EconomicsI did a 10 week internship at an investment bank working within the compliance team. It was really interesting working with real data from the outside world and using my analytical skills.
Chloe Larkou - BSc EconomicsI’ve had an internship at Allianz Insurance within their finance team. I was able to use the economics knowledge that I have gained in my degree such as accounting and quantitative skills.
Nicholas Lazarou - MSc Finance and Economics/PhDSigning off, I wish to stress that my Doctoral studies and achievements are an amalgam of inspiration, challenge, encouragement from fantastic academic staff and colleagues and a great working environment. For students thinking of undertaking postgraduate and/or Doctoral studies in Economics at the University of Southampton, I would simply say “go for it, you will love it!
Andria Lyssiotou - BSc EconomicsThe academic faculty has been very supportive and friendly and always willing to advise and help students.
Rajlekha Majumdar - Bsc Economics With Managemnet Sciences.I feel more independent and strong minded. I have learned new skills in both academics and extra-curricular activities.
Hairong Mu - MPhil/PhD in EconomicsWhat's most important is that the Division ranks very highly in the UK. It is widely recognised for the high quality of both its research and teaching.
Minh Nguyen - BSc Mathematics and EconomicsWhat I loved about studying Maths at Southampton is that, through its very well-organised lectures and clear delivery of knowledge, I was able to develop my critical thinking and problem solving skills tremendously
Gladys Osokun - BSc EconomicsI feel like now I can now show I am competent and worthy of the jobs that are out there.
Alex Raikes - BSc EconomicsI’ve enjoyed the lifestyle at the University. The teaching has been great, we’ve had great support through everything; which is a must when doing a course like Economics.
Harry Ratcliff - BSc EconomicsWorking and living abroad is something I’ve always looked to do and the University of Southampton gave me this opportunity.
Hussain Razian - BSc EconomicsI was part of the university taekwondo club for my whole three years and in that time it developed to become like a new family. Without realising it societies train you to manage your time and develop a good work-life balance.
Catriona Rose - BSc EconomicsI was immediately attracted to the University of Southampton by the lovely campus.
Emma Ruston - BSc EconomicsThe University of Southampton stood out for me as having the best of both worlds.
Tom Scowsill - BSc EconomicsI have managed to secure a five year graduate training contract with PwC to qualify as a Chartered Accountant and Management Consultant. Southampton’s reputation and strong links with employers certainly helped me to secure this in the extremely competitive graduate job market.
Pedro Suppo - BSc Economics with EconometricsEven before I came to England, I had Southampton in my mind.
Mauro Testaverde - MSc Economics and Econometrics, PhD in Economics,Southampton was immediately one of my favourite choices because its Economics Department is one of the top 10 in the UK.
Victoria Watkinson - BSc EconomicsI enjoy studying at Southampton because it is an environment in which you can succeed.
Holly White - BSc EconomicsEveryone is so nice. I have really enjoyed my course, especially the development economics module which had great lecturers and led me on to my dissertation topic.
Ignacio Willats - BSc EconomicsWith the help from the university's Take Off fund I am now building a software company. It's an exciting prospect for me as I have always aspired to start my own venture.
Yilun Yan (Ellen) - BSc Economics and Actuarial ScienceI appreciate the fact that, in many modules, we have the chance to practise our transferable skills.
Gu Zhang - BSc Economics and FinanceI was attracted by the guidebook introduction, the high-quality academic research environment, Southampton's position in the ranking of world universities and the beautiful campus.
Wei Zhang - BSc EconomicsThe location of the University and the teaching quality in Social Sciences attracted me to Southampton.