Economics BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Economics BSc (Hons)
Prepare for success as a financial analyst, consultant, policymaker, or entrepreneur with our modern economics course. Gain analytical, numerical, and research skills through a theory-evidence approach, with an optional financial economics pathway.
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Ranked top-ten nationally in multiple areas of student experience, including engaging teaching, fair assessment and mental health support (National Student Survey 2024*).
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Prepare for success as a financial analyst, consultant, policymaker, or entrepreneur with our modern economics course. Gain analytical, numerical, and research skills through a theory-evidence approach, with an optional financial economics pathway.<br/><br/><strong>Outstanding student satisfaction</strong><br/>Ranked top-ten nationally in multiple areas of student experience, including engaging teaching, fair assessment and mental health support (National Student Survey 2024*).<br/><br/><strong>Gain hands-on experience with industry tools</strong> <br/>Train on cutting-edge platforms like Bloomberg and DataStream, so you can step into your career with practical skills that finance employers value from day one. <br/><br/><strong>Flexible and personalised study</strong><br/>Tailor your degree to match your interests and career goals with diverse electives and the option to specialise in financial economics – whether youre aiming for a future in international trade, finance, or broader economic fields.<br/><br/><strong>This course is for you if...</strong><br/><br/><br/>- you want to understand how the world operates economically and explore related issues<br/><br/><br/>- you enjoy challenges, solving complex problems and making sense of data<br/><br/><br/>- you like working with professional finance resources<br/><br/><br/>- you are aiming for an exciting career in finance, consultancy and beyond <br/>
Course Information
2 options available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L101
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112
Scottish Higher
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass a named Access to HE Diploma in any subject with at least 33 credits at Merit and/ or Distinction.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28
To include Grade 4 in any subject at Higher Level. English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalents
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
Any subject considered.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
112 points from Irish Leaving Certificate English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalents
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DMM
Any subject considered.
Scottish Advanced Higher
112 UCAS Tariff points, including a minimum of 2 Advanced Highers.
Extended Project
Considered in combination.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination.
A level
112 UCAS Tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A Levels
T Level
M
Any subject considered.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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