Economics and Finance BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Economics and Finance BSc (Hons)
Study modern economics and its applications to financial markets with our BSc Economics and Finance degree.
This three-year course will provide a rigorous foundation of economics and financial systems. Learn to apply economic theories to real-life problems in financial markets.
• How do investors make their investment decisions?
• Why did the financial crisis of 2007-2008 happen?
• What can be done to prevent the next financial crisis?
You will engage with specialist topics including:
- fin...
Study modern economics and its applications to financial markets with our BSc Economics and Finance degree.<br/><br/>This three-year course will provide a rigorous foundation of economics and financial systems. Learn to apply economic theories to real-life problems in financial markets.<br/><br/><br/>• How do investors make their investment decisions?<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Why did the financial crisis of 2007-2008 happen?<br/><br/><br/><br/>• What can be done to prevent the next financial crisis?<br/><br/><br/><br/>You will engage with specialist topics including:<br/><br/><br/>- financial economics<br/><br/><br/>- financial modelling<br/><br/><br/>- corporate finance.<br/><br/><br/>The course will equip you with analytical skills, decision-making skills, and advanced financial techniques for a successful career in the financial services sector as a banker, investment analyst, advisor, economist, or other related roles.<br/><br/><strong>For more information, please visit the course page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/economics-ug/bsc-economics-and-finance</strong>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
10/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
LN13
Institution Code
R12
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. AS/A-level Mathematics at grade B is also required.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English at grade B (or 5)
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DDD
The OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. A level or AS level Mathematics at grade B is also required.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Extended Project
B
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Not Accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
Not Accepted
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
Not Accepted
A level
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £30,650 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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