Financial Economics Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Advance your economics expertise with a modern, skills-based course that blends theory and evidence. Develop key analytical, numerical and research abilities to become a confident and capable financial economist.

Fast-track your journey to a full Honours degree\
Whether you're topping up from a Foundation Degree, HND or equivalent, this flexible one or two-year course gets you industry-ready with the opportunity for placement experience along the way.

Gain real-world economic expertise\
Dive into a curriculum that blends micro and macroeconomic theory, policy and analysis, taught through applied, evidence-based approaches that reflect today’s economic challenges and financial markets.

Immerse yourself in cutting-edge finance facilities\
Explore corporate finance and investment simulation using the Bloomberg Interactive Learning Suite, and connect with fellow economists through the active Economics Society and inspiring talks from industry experts.

This course is for you if...

* you want to fast-track your way to a full honours degree


* you want to learn economics the way professionals use it in boardrooms and beyond


* you wish to build on your technical skills and sharpen your knowledge in finance, accounting or business


* you get a buzz from solving problems and analytical thinking.

Plymouth is a founding member of the Defence Universities Alliance, a collaboration between the Ministry of Defence, the UK Armed Forces and the higher education sector, helping equip you with specialist, in-demand skills.