Economics Masterclass 

This exciting Economics Masterclass enables year 12 and 13 students to discover what economists do and to answer some of the ‘Why?’ questions that economists ask.  The day will comprise of engaging interactive games, innovative teaching pedagogies and the chance for students to develop their networks. It will also provide opportunity for students to think about the future careers available in the industry, including hearing from current Economics students about their future plans and what its like to study Economics at degree level. 

The following interactive sessions will be delivered by our experienced Department of Economics academics:

• Who are the economists and what do they do? 

• Why do we need good economists? 

• Why do economists need to talk to other social scientists? 

• Can economists help build a better future

The day will close with a social, friendly networking session to offer participants the opportunity to gather first- hand information from professionals, alumni and current students on the life, employability prospects, and career opportunities of economists.

The ‘Economics Masterclass’ will also offer teachers of any schools and colleges attending a networking opportunity and a forum to discuss the development of new initiatives for sixth form students.

The event is funded by the University of Sussex and The Royal Economic Society - one of the oldest and most prestigious economic associations in the world.

Curriculum Links

The event meets the following curriculum links:

• Develop an interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with the subject 

• Appreciate the contribution of economics to the understanding of the wider economic and social environment 

• Develop an understanding of a range of concepts and an ability to use those concepts in a variety of different contexts 

• Use an enquiring, critical and thoughtful approach to the study of economics and develop an ability to think as an economist 

• Understand that economic behaviour can be studied from a range of perspectives