Which uni course is most like the economics we learn at A-level?

From my understanding, economics at uni is 90% just maths? This is a complete contrast to what we learn at A-level which has basically no maths, and when we to have to do maths it’s very basic. The problem is I am very much interested in what we learn in economics, however I very much dislike maths. I personally lean more towards philosophical concepts rather than mathematics. Which is a big reason as to why I enjoy A-level economics, where we have to discuss issues in our economy and weigh each solution.
Which course at uni would you say is most similar to economics, but without the maths (or less/ easier maths)?
Also does anyone know what the maths is like in accounting and finance?

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BenRyan99

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The quantity of maths in an economics degree varies significantly by course and which university you study it at. Generally the rule is that the better the uni, the more mathematical the economics course is.

From the sounds of it, you're far more interested in economic policy debates than the more theoretical aspect. But it's worth remembering that, even in a-level economics, the arguments you utilise in policy debates come from having learnt economic theory.

Anyhow, if you think you could only manage maths a little bit more than GCSE level, then the only straight economics courses suitable are likely to be at fairly poorly ranked universities.

One option would be to pursue a joint honours degree such as economics and politics/philosophy, or simply a PPE degree. In these, often you only study the core economics modules and so sometimes get to skip the harder and more specialised modules (which tend to be more mathematical) that those on straight economics degrees do. For course options that don't have economics in the title, I imagine the content in the softer social sciences may appeal, so things like public policy, sociology, anthropology, politics, etc.