Economics (with foundation year) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Economics (with foundation year) BSc (Hons)
The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 of the degree onwards will be from Coventry University campus.
Shape the future with our industry-focused economics degree. It combines practical, industry-relevant insights and analytical skills, preparing graduates for high-impact careers in policy, finance or corporate strategy.
Foundation year
The foundation year aims to provide a credible broad-based preparatory course that will equip you with the necessary skills and competenci...
The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 of the degree onwards will be from Coventry University campus.<br/><br/>Shape the future with our industry-focused economics degree. It combines practical, industry-relevant insights and analytical skills, preparing graduates for high-impact careers in policy, finance or corporate strategy.<br/><br/>Foundation year<br/>The foundation year aims to provide a credible broad-based preparatory course that will equip you with the necessary skills and competencies to study at degree level.<br/><br/>Degree<br/>* This course is designed for students eager to understand how economics shapes policy, markets and financial systems. <br/><br/><br/>* Learn economic theory, data analysis, international trade, digital economics, behavioural economics and health economics.<br/><br/><br/>* Gain core expertise in microeconomics, macroeconomics, contemporary topics in economics, public economics, policy analysis and quantitative methods.<br/><br/><br/>* Apply theory to real-world challenges in business, international trade and policy.<br/><br/><br/>* Develop critical thinking and analytical skills sought by top employers.<br/><br/><br/>* Hone industry-relevant skills through economics games, specialist econometrics training and research support in our Economics Lab.4 <br/><br/><br/><strong>Why study this course</strong><br/>* Tailor your studies as our wide range of economics and finance degrees share a common first year and aim to offer you opportunities to achieve a thorough grounding in economic and financial concepts and principles.<br/><br/><br/>* Explore both microeconomics and macroeconomics with extensive exposure to how national economies, businesses and other organisations operate in a global context. Learn alternative schools of economic thoughts and contrast heterodox approaches with the orthodox mainstream of economic theory.<br/><br/><br/>* Build industry insight, learn from experienced staff and hear from industry professionals who, in the past, have included speakers from HM Treasury, Lloyds Bank, Barclays and the European Commission. (Staff may be subject to change).<br/><br/><br/>* Develop practical skills in our Bloomberg Trading Floor featuring 42 dual screen Bloomberg terminals (subject to availability).<br/><br/><br/>* Access maths and statistics support via our sigma centre through drop-in sessions and bookable appointments with experienced tutors.<br/><br/><br/>See our website for further details.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
CU Coventry
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Codes/info
Course Code
L2DF
Institution Code
C85
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
64
5 GCSEs at A-C/4-9 including Maths and English, and at least one A2 level or a BTEC equivalent qualification.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE maths and English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £5,760 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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