Economics · Politics · International Affairs
Understanding the ideas, institutions and decisions shaping our world.
Arabella Nawaz
BSc Economics with Politics at the University of Bath. Exploring economics, finance, international affairs and the connections between them.
About
I'm an Economics with Politics undergraduate at the University of Bath, interested in how economic forces, political decisions and international institutions shape the world around us.
My interests span financial markets, international trade, political ideas and global affairs. I particularly enjoy exploring questions that do not fit neatly within a single discipline: how political choices affect economies, how markets shape policy, and how history helps explain current events.
This website is a home for my academic work and independent interests. I'll be sharing selected essays and research, alongside occasional reflections on topics I find interesting as I continue to learn.
University
University of Bath
Degree
BSc Economics with Politics
A-Levels
AAA — Mathematics, Chemistry & Economics; A* in EPQ
Areas of interest
Economics, finance, politics & international affairs
Placement
Seeking a 2027–28 industry placement
Experience & Education
I study BSc Economics with Politics at the University of Bath. Beyond my degree, I have served as Head Girl at Withington Girls' School and as a university Peer Mentor, and participated in a Junior Trading Programme.
In the 2024 John Locke Essay Competition, I received a Very High Commendation, recognising my independent academic writing. I also achieved AAA at A-level and an A* in my Extended Project Qualification.
For further information about my experience or CV, please get in touch.
Selected Writing
A selection of independently researched essays and university work across politics, history and economics. Each paper reflects a question I have enjoyed exploring in depth.
2024Independent essayWhy do civilisations collapse? Is our civilisation in danger?
An exploration of institutional failure, population change, external pressures and environmental risk across historical civilisations. Awarded a Very High Commendation in the John Locke Essay Competition.
Read essay (PDF)2026University essayIs populism a threat to democracy?
A critical examination of Nancy Pelosi's claim, exploring populism, anti-populism, democratic participation and the relationship between political discourse and power. First-class assessed work.
Read essay (PDF)2025Research reviewWhat are the biggest threats to democracy today?
An annotated research review of democratic backsliding, misinformation, declining public trust and authoritarian influence. First-class assessed work.
Read research (PDF)More research and occasional commentary on economics, finance and international affairs will follow.
Ideas I'm Exploring
Economics & Finance
Financial markets, international trade, economic policy and the decisions that shape investment and growth.
Politics & International Affairs
Elections, political institutions, international relations and the changing global order.
Research & Ideas
The intersection of economics, politics, history and philosophy — and the questions that reward looking beyond a single subject.
Future posts will explore current events, ideas and research as I develop them.
Contact
Always interested in thoughtful conversations about economics, politics, financial markets and placement opportunities.