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What is Explore Econ?

The Explore Econ conference showcases the best research by UCL Economics students.

Explore Econ is the annual undergraduate student research conference, organised by the Centre for Teaching and Learning Economics (CTaLE) in the Department of Economics, showcasing your economics research both in and outside the curriculum.

BSc students are invited to submit a paper or poster entry before Wednesday 24 April. All submissions will reviewed by our Scientific Committee, with the best entries shortlisted for peer review. The shortlisted entries will be showcased online for a second round of peer shortlisting, with the best entries awarded prizes and invited to present at the Explore Econ conference in May.

The best entries will also be submitted for publication in the Economic Tribune's Journal of Economics.

Prizes are awarded in following categories:

  • 1st prize submission (£300)
  • 2nd prize submission (£200)
  • People's Choice submission (£200)
  • First Year Challenge 
  • Stone Centre Prize

Introductory video

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Explore Econ Executive Committee

  • Dr Ramin Nassehi, CTaLE
  • Professor Parama Chaudhury, CTaLE
  • Dr Silvia Dal Bianco, CTaLE
  • Julia Hyom, Communications Manager
  • Emer Girling, Teaching and Learning Manager
  • Matthew Berle, Teaching and Learning Administrator
  • Manisha Patel, CTaLE Centre Manager
  • Emily Glezer, Director of Academic Events, The Economist's Society
  • Anya Gray, Director of the Economic Tribune