Economics and International Finance with Integrated Foundation Year (September start) BSc Econ

In an ever-more connected world, we need to understand trade, finance and strategy on an international level.<br/><br/>The 2008 financial crisis showed us how regional events can have massive global consequences. Understanding financial decision-making, risk management and the behaviour of global financial markets has never been so important.<br/><br/>You’ll develop an international perspective from the first semester, with a module on the world economy. You’ll cover macroeconomics and microeconomics, and learn to apply quantitative techniques. You’ll also study financial topics such as international finance and international trade.<br/><br/>With a wide choice of modules in the final year, you can direct your studies to your interests or career goals, from behavioural finance to corporate strategy and the finance of emerging markets.

Get a Russell Group education with a difference, at Queen Mary University of London.<br/><br/>Whatever your dreams and aspirations look like, you can expect unique opportunities, a welcoming community and outstanding support. With 92% of students coming from a state school background and 75% identifying as BAME, Queen Mary is a university committed to fair and accessible education for everyone. Ranked 20th in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025), they're also award-winners for their teaching, research, and campus environment. Picture leading academics, state-of-the-art resources, programmes focused on employability and opportunities for industry placements, internships and networking, and a diverse & inclusive community. That's what awaits at Queen Mary University of London.<br/><br/>You'll also be studying in the number one city in the world for Students (QS World University Rankings 2024). Located in East London, Queen Mary is just a short walk from London's museums, galleries, nightclubs, and an internationally-renowned food scene. It's the perfect place to meet people and embrace different cultures from across the world.<br/><br/>Secure your Clearing place today!