UPCOMING Events
At Discover Economics, we run regular events aimed at students and teachers. We also feature events from partner institutions providing information on economics study pathways and opportunities.
past events
Discover Economics Webinar - Tariffs in Action
Hosted by The Albert Gubay Business School at Bangor University, in partnership with the Welsh Government, this Discover Economics webinar for Year 11–13 students explores Tariffs in Action.
This session examines how tariffs shape global trade, influence prices, and impact businesses and consumers. Through real-world examples, students will gain a clearer understanding of trade barriers and how economic decisions affect everyday life. Watch it in Welsh here.
Discover Economics Webinar - mind the rate!
Hosted by The Albert Gubay Business School at Bangor University, in partnership with the Welsh Government, the Discover Economics Webinars for Year 11–13 students is a series of engaging sessions designed to give young people a deeper understanding of economics.
Webinar 2, Mind the Rate!, explored the role of interest rates in everyday life. From personal finance to wider economic decision-making, this session unpacked how interest rates influence spending, saving, and borrowing. Through real-world examples, students gained practical insights into how money works—and how economic thinking applies beyond the classroom.
View it in Welsh here.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2026
Watch the recording of our Discover Economics International Women’s Day webinar.
In this session, Kajal Patel (OBR), Emma Kearney (Frontier Economics) and Hiba Sameen (The Health Foundation) share their career journeys, what they do in their roles, and how economics can shape the world around us.
Designed for students aged 14–18, this webinar offers insight into studying economics and the many paths a career in the field can take.
Discover Economics Webinar - Why Prices Matter
RES Annual Public Lecture 2025
Hosted by The Albert Gubay Business School at Bangor University, in partnership with the Welsh Government. The Discover Economics Webinars, for year 11-13 students, is a series of engaging series of webinars designed to give young people a deeper understanding of economics.
Workshop 1, in February 2026, considered the question of why prices matter. Exploring real-world applications of price elasticity of demand, the webinar is a chance to understand how prices influence behaviour.
View it in Welsh here.
Established in 2001, our Annual Public Lecture provides an opportunity for school students to watch internationally renowned economists present their research. Principally aimed at sixth form students, the APL has become an established part of the senior school calendar.
This year, the Lecture was given by Andrew Haldane CBE, former Chief Economist of the Bank of England, on the topic of ‘Communicating about the economy’. Communicating about the economy has never been more important for shaping its animal spirits, narratives and behaviours. How do we do so in a way that improves the workings of the economy and the well-being of its citizens?
National apprenticeship week 2025
PRIDE in economics 2024
We were delighted to be joined for our virtual event by three economists with experience as apprentices, from The Health Foundation and the Government Economic Service. Discussion centred on their journey of stepping into the world of economics via this unique and exciting pathway. Click here to watch now.
We were thrilled to hear from Ian Burn, our host, in conversation with Simone Romagnoli, to discuss Pride in Economics Event. Simone is an Associate Director for Competition Economics at KPMG, and Ian is a Professor at the University of Liverpool Management School. Perfect for schools and students wanting to celebrate diversity and inclusion in Economics, or those wanting to learn how to navigate being a part of the LGBTQIA+ community in a field like economics.
Black History Month 2023
As part of Black History Month 2023 Discover Economics brought inspirational black economists into classrooms for a live engagement.
Speakers - Anu Adenuga - Black Girl Money David Afikuyomi - University of Bristol Lotanna E. Emediegwu - Manchester Metropolitan University
International women's day 2024
In partnership with Speakers for Schools, our 2024 International Women's Day event focused on Women in Economics, and how we can break barriers together. Click here to see the full video.
Careers In Economics
Why isn't the whole world developed?
Discover Economics was proud to host Careers in Economics as part of National Careers Week 2023! This event showcases the exciting and varied opportunities in economics whether it be through the university or apprenticeship route.
Suitable for GCSE and A-level students (or equivalent) Featuring guests from Bank of England, KPMG, University of Kent and FCDO. A guest from ICO only featured for the live event.
A virtual event delivered on the back of a new video series for students aged 15–17 to explore why the economies of Africa and India are less developed than others. Perfect for Economics and History classes.
Black history month 2022
A brilliant discussion with Tina Fahm, CEO at Fahm & Co and Emeritus Governor, LSE, and Veronica Masubo, Development Economist and Research Manager, Gatsby Africa.
Looking at the impact of diversity on the world of economics, this was a fascinating insight into how having a variety of voices in the discipline can support the work of economists all over the world.
Women in Economics
Discover Economics was proud to host Women in Economics 2023 as part of our campaign to reach more under-represented young people and bring diversity to the sector. This event is delivered in conjunction with International Women's Day.
This workshop was chaired by Arthi Nachiappan, The Times, with inspirational female economists from Bank of England, KPMG, Amazon, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and The Fraser of Allander Institute; sharing their career journeys.
Pride in economics 2023
As part of Pride Month 2023, we spoke to Adam McGeoch, from the Fraser of Allander Institute, about how the LGBTQIA+ community supports the work of economics, and how the world of economics benefits from a plurality of voices.
Future Economists
Discover Economics held a webinar to help students navigate the step they should take after finishing school. The event discussed application tips for UCAS and for the Government Degree Apprenticeship.
There was advice on how to make your application stand out, insights and tips from people who have been through the process before, and opportunities for students to ask experts questions.