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Economics BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Economics BSc (Hons)
**Course details**
Economics is at the heart of decision-making across every aspect of society. From individuals and businesses to public bodies and multinational organisations, economists examine available resources and work out how they can be used efficiently and effectively.
BSc Economics has been developed to meet the needs of the business world and equip you with the skills to succeed in a range of industries.
Central to the course is the real-world application of economics. The curriculum includes lectures from expert speakers and projects where you will have a c...
**Course details**<br/>Economics is at the heart of decision-making across every aspect of society. From individuals and businesses to public bodies and multinational organisations, economists examine available resources and work out how they can be used efficiently and effectively.<br/>BSc Economics has been developed to meet the needs of the business world and equip you with the skills to succeed in a range of industries. <br/>Central to the course is the real-world application of economics. The curriculum includes lectures from expert speakers and projects where you will have a chance to investigate a range of contemporary economics issues.<br/><br/>**Why Durham University?**<br/>We are part of Durham University’s Business School, one of the UKs longest established business schools. <br/>We offer an inspiring and stimulating learning environment, and consistently rank highly for the quality of our teaching, research and for graduate career prospects. <br/>You will benefit from events that will give you a competitive edge in the job market. From employer talks and interview advice to business-tailored careers fairs, we work with you to achieve your goals. <br/><br/>**Rankings**<br/>**8th** for Economics in The Complete University Guide 2024<br/>**9th** in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024<br/>**Top 10** in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024<br/><br/>**Career Opportunities**<br/>Economics degrees at Durham prepare students to become the innovative business thinkers of the future and our qualifications are highly successful in creating job opportunities.<br/>Our students graduate with subject-specific knowledge such as economic theory and data analysis, as well as the commercial awareness, IT and problem-solving skills that are highly valued by employers across the world. <br/>Previous Economics graduates have gone on to work for global innovators and leaders in their sector including Ernst and Young, Deloitte, Lloyds Banking Group, PwC, JP Morgan and for government departments such as the National Audit Office, HMRC and the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Durham City
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L100
Institution Code
D86
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,A,A
We normally make offers based on Advanced Highers. If you’ve not been able to take three Advanced Highers, then we’ll consider a combination of Advanced Highers and Highers, or just Highers (if your school doesn’t offer Advanced Highers at all). Specific subjects/grades required for entry: Advanced Higher Mathematics at grade A, if taken. or Higher Mathematics at grade A, if Advanced Higher Mathematics wasn’t available for study.
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
At least 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and in addition at least 15 level 3 credits at a minimum of merit. Specific subjects/grades required for entry: A-level Mathematics at Grade A or equivalent.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
38
To include 6, 6, 6 from Higher Level subjects. Specific subjects/grades required for entry: Higher Level Mathematics at grade 6 or Standard Level Mathematics at grade 7. Maths Analysis & Approaches and Maths Applications & Interpretation at Higher or Standard Level are accepted. Mathematical Studies at Standard Level is not accepted.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*DD
Other BTEC level 3 qualifications are also accepted in combination with each other or with other qualifications. See our website for more information on our BTEC qualification equivalencies. Specific subjects/grades required for entry: A-level Mathematics at Grade A.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H1,H1,H2,H2,H2
Specific subjects/grades required for entry: Mathematics at grade H2 or above.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
D*DD
Other level 3 Cambridge Technical qualifications are also accepted in combination with each other or with other qualifications. See our website for more information on our Cambridge technical qualification equivalencies. Specific subjects/grades required for entry: A level Mathematics at grade A or equivalent.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A,A
Specific subjects/grades required for entry: Advanced Higher Mathematics at grade A. We do not accept Advanced Higher Statistics as a substitute for AH Mathematics.
Extended Project
Not Accepted
A level
A*,A,A
Specific subjects/grades required for entry: A Level Mathematics at Grade A.
T Level
T levels will be considered on a case-by-case basis where the subject area aligns with the course applied to. Please note that additional A levels or equivalent may be required to study certain courses. If you’re interested in applying, then please Ask Us and we’ll see if we’re able to consider this for you: www.durham.ac.uk/study/ask-us/
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Not Accepted
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