Economics (with placement year) BSc (Hons)

Course Overview - Economics (with placement year) BSc (Hons)

Our BSc Economics degree will give you new perspectives on some of the most pressing and challenging problems and choices facing the world today. With the option of a year on placement or studying abroad, this degree will help you stand out to employers and equip you for a wide range of rewarding careers.

Economics relates to every aspect of our lives, from the decisions we make as individuals to the policies adopted by governments and the products and services offered by companies.

By studying our BSc Economics degree you’ll develop the skills of an economist, equ...

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Course Information

Study Mode

Sandwich

Duration

4 Years

Start Date

29/09/2025

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
Ashby Road
Loughborough
LE11 3TU

Application Details

Course Code

L10A

Institution Code

L79

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not Accepted

Scottish Higher

Not Accepted

Access to HE Diploma

Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

37

37 (6, 6, 6 HL)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

D*D*D

National Extended Diploma: D*D*D BTEC Level 3 Diplomas preferred subjects: If studying a BTEC qualification then Business is preferred, although other BTEC subjects may be considered on a case by case basis.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

A minimum of 5 GCSE grades 9 - 6 (A*-B) including minimum grade 6/B in Maths and English Language. GCSE Exceptions: GCSE Maths Grade 6 There is no flexibility in this requirement. However, we will consider a grade B in Level 3 Core Maths as a suitable

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DD

National Diploma: DD plus one preferred academic A Level at grade A. BTEC Level 3 Diplomas preferred subjects: If studying a BTEC qualification then Business is preferred, although other BTEC subjects may be considered on a case by case basis

Scottish Advanced Higher

A,A

AA Advanced Highers plus AAB Highers

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

This qualification is accepted in combination with other qualifications. For details please contact Loughborough University

Extended Project

We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

D

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus two A Levels (one of which must be a preferred academic subject) at grades AA. BTEC Level 3 Diplomas preferred subjects: If studying a BTEC qualification then Business is preferred, although other BTEC subjects may be considered on a case by case basis

A level

A,A,A

AAA No specific subject requirements but we do have a list of preferred subjects (see below). In some circumstances we may ask applicants to achieve specific grades in certain subjects. While no specific A Level (or equivalent) subjects are required, we strongly prefer combinations drawn from traditional (academic) subjects to demonstrate a range of numerical, analytical and discursive abilities. These A Levels include: Ancient History, Biology, Classical Civilisation, Chemistry, Economics, English Language/Literature, Geography, Government and Politics, History, Languages (non-native), Law, Maths/Further Maths, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology and Statistics.

T Level

For 2025 entry, the following T Levels are currently being considered on a case by case basis. More information can be found on our website at https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels providing individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

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Fees and funding

England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales £9,250
EU, International £25,500

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