
Economics and Accounting BSc (Hons)
Available for Clearing 2025
Course Overview - Economics and Accounting BSc (Hons)
Studied side-by-side, these two subjects give you the skills and knowledge needed to wrap your head around how companies work from both the inside and outside. This degree will hone your skills so you can find specialist roles out in the field.
Be among the first to study at our new £16 million Brookfield campus, with state-of-the-art learning and facilities exclusive to Leicester School of Business students. Our degree will give you the opportunity to study two interrelated subjects, providing you with a comprehensive knowledge of the key areas of economics and accounting....
Studied side-by-side, these two subjects give you the skills and knowledge needed to wrap your head around how companies work from both the inside and outside. This degree will hone your skills so you can find specialist roles out in the field.<br/><br/>Be among the first to study at our new £16 million Brookfield campus, with state-of-the-art learning and facilities exclusive to Leicester School of Business students. Our degree will give you the opportunity to study two interrelated subjects, providing you with a comprehensive knowledge of the key areas of economics and accounting.<br/><br/>You will be introduced to techniques of accounting, such as financial reporting, management accounting, auditing and taxation. If you choose to take our Economics and Accounting BSc you will have the opportunity to gain exemptions from certain professional exams through CIMA, ACCA, ACA (offered by the ICAEW), and ICAS giving you a head-start in a career in accountancy. These exemptions are dependent upon the satisfactory completion of certain modules.<br/><br/>An optional year studying abroad or undertaking an industry placement will enhance your skills and build your professional network. Your time with us will also equip you with the research techniques that are vital to postgraduate study.<br/><br/>The close relationship between research and teaching is one of the great advantages of studying with us, and we welcome talented students from countries all over the world. Our staff are active researchers of international renown, and have acted as advisers and consultants to many international and national organisations, including the European Central Bank, the United Nations, the International Monetary Fund, the Central Bank of Poland, the Central Bank of Greece and a number of UK Government departments. Many of our academics also have experience as practitioners in industry.<br/><br/>The first year of this degree is shared with the following BSc degrees:<br/><br/>Business Economics BSc<br/>Economics and Data Analytics BSc<br/>Economics BSc<br/>Financial Economics and Banking BSc<br/>This means that you have the option to switch to any of these courses at the end of your first year.
Why Choose University of Leicester During Clearing?
Leicester isn't just a TEF-Gold rated (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023), a top 25 UK university (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025) and Daily Mail's University of the Year 2025. It's cutting-edge research, world-class facilities, an incredible network of expert teaching staff, a warm campus community, and a place to call home.
What's more, all Clearing applicants are guaranteed a place in Leicester's accommodation! Expect modern furnishings, speedy Wi-Fi and cosy lounge areas - all at a range of costs and sizes. To secure a spot, make sure you've com...
Leicester isn't just a TEF-Gold rated (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023), a top 25 UK university (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025) and Daily Mail's University of the Year 2025. It's cutting-edge research, world-class facilities, an incredible network of expert teaching staff, a warm campus community, and a place to call home.<br/> <br/>What's more, all Clearing applicants are guaranteed a place in Leicester's accommodation! Expect modern furnishings, speedy Wi-Fi and cosy lounge areas - all at a range of costs and sizes. To secure a spot, make sure you've completed your application before 1st September.<br/> <br/>With a student body made up of Midlanders, Brits, and people from across the world, you're bound to make friends for life at Leicester. Whatever you're passionate about, there are plenty of opportunities to meet like-minded people, with societies including Film, Debating, Art, Bollywood, Archery & Tennis. Leicester is also one of the most student-friendly cities in the UK. You've got music venues, bars, pubs & clubs all on your doorstep!
Course Information
1 Clearing option available
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
Unknown
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2025
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
LN16
Institution Code
L34
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
Qualification accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
Minimum of grade 4 in SL Maths Analysis and Approach or 6 in SL Maths Application and Interpretation or 4 in HL Maths if not held at GCSE. Must include a minimum of grade 4 in English A or 5 in English B if minimum of grade 4/C not held in English Language at GCSE.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
Business Extended diploma with a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 5/B including Maths and English Language. Science or Engineering Extended Diplomas may also be considered please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Qualification accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Mathematics grade 5 (B) and GCSE English Language grade 4 (C) is also required for all qualifications where no other specific GCSE requirement is given.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Business or Science National Diploma considered with 1 A-level. For other combinations please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk
Scottish Advanced Higher
Qualification accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M2,M2
Extended Project
Considered alongside other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
One Extended Certificate in any subject considered alongside 2 A-levels. For other combinations please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Business or Science Foundation Diploma considered with 1 A-level and 1 AS-level. For other combinations please contact the admissions team for further advice: study@le.ac.uk
A level
A,B,B
Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-level. Own language may be considered if taken at same sitting as other A-levels.
T Level
D
Must be in Finance. Must also hold 5 GCSE's with grade 5 in each to include Maths and English
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Considered alongside other qualifications.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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