BEd Economics

The BEd Economics is a degree that combines the study of economics with the skills needed to teach it. As a field of study, it prepares you to understand economic principles and how they are passed on in classrooms. Here is what you need to know about the programme, your career options, and getting a place.

What an Economics Education degree involves

Programmes of this kind typically cover both economics content and teacher training. You will study the foundations of economics, including micro and macro theory, along with educational psychology, teaching methods, curriculum development, and classroom assessment. The aim is to build subject knowledge and the practical skills to communicate it effectively to learners. Graduates come away able to analyse economic issues and design lessons that help others understand them.

What you can do after graduation

Most graduates from education programmes like this go into teaching, usually at the senior high school level. Because the degree is in economics, you will also be well placed for roles in curriculum design, educational planning, and training outside the classroom. Some graduates continue with further study in education, economics, or a related social science. Others take positions in the education sector of government, schools, or non-profit organisations that focus on learning and economic literacy.

How hard is it to get a place

Entry to this programme is less competitive than many others, which means you have a better chance of securing a place if you meet the basic requirements. However, you must still satisfy the university's admission rules, so check the current requirements to see whether your WASSCE grades are eligible.