Land Economy, BA (Hons)

Land Economy at Cambridge

Land Economy focuses on law, economics, and their relationship to the built and natural environments. In the 21st century, these subjects affect the daily lives of people around the world.

On this course, you'll get to the heart of some of our biggest challenges by learning across these disciplines. You can also explore other key areas including business regulation, the financial aspects of real estate and international development.

Teaching and facilities

Teaching

You’ll be taught by experts in their fields, including:

• lawyers
• economists
• planners and experts in environmental policy
• finance
• quantitative methods

Many are also involved in national and international research projects.

Facilities and resources

The Department of Land Economy has a range of facilities, including:

• a comprehensive library
• extensive range of computing facilities, including an intranet store of wide-ranging teaching, careers and other useful information.

You'll also have access to our impressive Cambridge University Library, one of the world’s oldest university libraries.

Course costs

When you go to university, you’ll need to consider two main costs – your tuition fees and your living costs (sometimes referred to as maintenance costs).

Your living costs will include costs related to your studies that are not covered by your tuition fees. There are some general study costs that will apply for all students – you can find details of these costs here.

Other additional course costs for Land Economy are detailed below. If you have any queries about resources/materials, please contact the Department.

Equipment

• University approved scientific calculator. Estimated cost £20.

Books and set texts

• It is useful for students to have their own copy of the book 'Blackstone's Statutes on Contract, Tort & Restitution', as this can be taken into the Law exams. Estimated cost £15.

Professional training

The degree is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and allows graduates to progress directly to the Assessment of Professional Competence to become a full member of the RICS. It can also give partial exemption from the academic requirements of the Bar Council and Law Society for those intending to be lawyers. An appropriate combination of papers is required in each case.

Careers

Our graduates go on to become:

• lawyers
• economists
• civil servants

Some also work for national and international agencies.

Many graduates go into financial or business careers. Others enter public service with local or national organisations or go on to further study and research.