Business Economics BSc (Hons)

Graduates with a strong understanding of economics are currently in-demand in the global business industry. Make your mark in this exciting sector with the help of this Business Economics BSc(Hons) degree. <br/><br/>This course aims to equip you with the integral skills in and knowledge of business operations and economics. You’ll be able to look at how economic issues are relevant in a business context, as well as learn how business managers make decisions after considering economic policies and other key financial issues, such as inflation. You’ll also learn in our state-of-the-art trading room. <br/><br/>**Why Study Business Economics BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?** <br/>You can look forward to a high-quality education here, as your teachers rank in the top three in England for the proportion who hold doctorates (HESA 2022). Economics at Huddersfield is also top in Yorkshire for learning experience, learning opportunities, academic support and more (National Student Survey 2023). <br/><br/>On top of option modules, you’ll study a wide range of subjects including microeconomics and macroeconomics, international economics, industrial economics, and decision science. <br/><br/>Away from campus, you’ll gain relevant real-world experience. After the second year of the course, you’ll put your knowledge and skills to the test in an optional 48-week work placement in your area of interest, in the UK or abroad, utilising our links with local, national, and international companies throughout many industries. <br/><br/>This course will prepare you for a variety of potentially exciting careers in a range of fields in the industry. You could work as a finance officer, audit associate or financial analyst. You’ll be able to work for other organisations, or even pursue your passions by creating your own business. <br/><br/>**Professional Bodies** <br/>You’ll be studying at an Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International-accredited Business School. Globally, fewer than six per cent of institutions offering business degrees achieve this accreditation. <br/><br/>**Why Huddersfield?** <br/>Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.

Take charge of your future through Clearing and find your place at the University of Huddersfield. <br/><br/>Students can benefit from inspirational teaching, innovative facilities, and resources, all on their amazing, close-knit and friendly campus. Huddersfield focuses on preparing you for real-world experiences in your field with simulated workspaces such as a trading room, mock law court, crime scene suite, concert venues, engineering workshops and more. <br/><br/>100% of undergraduate students have the opportunity to undertake professional work-related experience whilst at Huddersfield. Students have gained invaluable experience both in the UK and internationally, working for brands such as Puma, Siemens, Boeing, Walt Disney Corporation and Cross Country Rail to name but a few. The University is a top 20 university in the UK for work placement years in industry (HESA Student Record 2020/21). Huddersfield also offer the Global Professional Award alongside your degree so you can gain valuable skills and attributes that employers are looking for.<br/><br/>Located between Manchester and Leeds and surrounded by beautiful countryside, Huddersfield has the second-lowest average student rent in the UK (Save the Student, 2023), meaning you’ll have more to do more!<br/><br/>Apply now to an award-winning university with low-cost living. You could end up where you’re meant to be.