
Economics
Birkbeck, University of LondonCentral London, United Kingdom
Course overview
Birkbeck's BSc Economics examines areas such as microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, behavioural economics, financial markets, international finance. Complete the course in three or four years.
Key highlights
- Builds a solid understanding of economics
- Equips you with tools and techniques to progress your economics career
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include either a directly relevant or a highly quantitative subject; or above
Scholarships
Birkbeck International Excellence Scholarship (Autumn intake)
£1,000 to £5,000. The scholarship will be applied as a discount to the tuition fee for your first year of study at point of enrolment.
Up to £1,000Birkbeck Mimizuku Award in Japanese Studies
There will be two scholarships of £5,000 each, to be used for tuition fees only.
Up to £5,000Birkbeck-OnCampus Progression Scholarship
£2,000 fee reduction against their first-year tuition fee.
Up to £2,000Earth and Planetary Sciences Enabling Fund
Awards will usually be limited to £500.
Greta Dexter Exhibition Bursary
Value: Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Economist
- Economic analyst
- Policy analyst
- Research economist
- Financial analyst
- Economic consultant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £18,500 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Birkbeck, University of London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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