Bachelor of Social-Economic Sciences
A multidisciplinary study between sociology and economics
- Are you fascinated by current societal and economic challenges?
- Want to broaden your perspective and assess the impact of globalisation?
If so, the Bachelor of Social-Economic Sciences is exactly what you are looking for. This unique, multidisciplinary study allows you to develop competences related to socio-economic policy, business, economics, sociology, mathematics and statistics.
Multidisciplinary, international programme
In this unique, multidisciplinary study you develop competences related to sociology, business and economics.
- In the first year, the programme’s broad curriculum will introduce you to several different fields, helping you to discover where your interests lie.
- In the second and third year you get to pursue one of the four majors:
- Business Economics
- Economic Analysis
- Social-economic Analysis
- Sociological Analysis
The electives determine the master programmes in which you can subsequently enroll.
The explicit international nature of the study will ensure you become part of a multicultural classroom. This way, you will be prepared to take on any venture, both during and after your studies.
More information:
- About the programme
- Is the Bachelor Social-Economic Sciences the right choice for you?
- Why study Social-Economic Sciences at UAntwerp?
- Admission and enrolment
Let's shape the future
After your Bachelor’s programme, you can enrol on one of our English Master’s programmes in Economic Policy, Political Science or Business Economics. If you are proficient in Dutch, there are a number of Dutch Master’s programmes you could also consider.
Our graduates occupy decision-making positions which have a strong impact on society. They are consultants, managers, academics and advisors who work for international NGOs, start-ups, governments, banks, consultancies, accounting firms, etc.
Top-quality education
Choosing to study at the University of Antwerp means choosing a top-quality education.
- Our Faculty of Business and Economices achieved 3 prestigious international accreditations: ACCSB, EFMD and EQUIS. The faculty is also included in the Financial Times European Business School Ranking 2024 at place 85.
- The Faculty of Social Sciences is ranked in the Shanghai Subject Rankings 2024: our Communication Sciences programmes and Political Sciences programmes are both ranked 51-75.
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