University of Essex

BSc Management Economics

University of Essex

Course overview

The BA Management Economics programme at the University of Essex is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of how economic ideas and principles help them analyse how organisations operate and interact. This programme equips students with a solid foundation in resource allocation within companies and the impact on national economic structures. 

The BA Management Economics programme at the University of Essex runs for 3-years; with an option to extend to 4 years by studying abroad or undertaking a placement year with an external organisation. This opportunity allows students to apply their academic knowledge in a practical working environment and receive inspiration for future career paths.

Entry requirements

  • Applicants should submit a personal statement outlining their interest in the programme alongside letters of recommendation and academic transcripts.

  • Applicants may consider uploading their CV, should it showcase significant experience in the field.

Grade Requirements:

  • Qualifications equivalent to UK A-levels in a related field. The typical grade range is BBB-BBC or 112-120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels.

  • BTEC: DDM - DMM or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels. The acceptability of BTECs is dependent on subject studies and optional units taken.

  • International Baccalaureate: An overall score of 30 points in three Higher Level subjects.

English Proficiency:

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS overall score of at least 6.0. Alternative qualifications are also accepted. Applicants should note that the validity period of the Pearson Test of English, TOEFL and CBSE is 2 years.

Scholarships

  • Essex Preparation Programme Bursary

    £250 cash bursary.

    Up to £250

  • Hong Kong Undergraduate Scholarship

    The awards offered are a discount of £5,000 per year for a maximum of three years of full-time undergraduate study, up to a maximum of £15,000.

    Up to £15,000

  • International Baccalaureate Excellence Scholarship

    If you're starting at Essex in 2026-27 and achieve academic excellence in your International Baccalaureate, we will offer you a scholarship of £2,000 for your first year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Performance Sports Scholarships and Bursaries

    Tier 1 - Tuition fee discount up to 100%, Tier 2 - Cash bursary (of varying amounts), Tier 3 - Access to the above performance package benefits, with a value of up to £1,500.

  • The Always Essex Staff Discount Scholarship

    33% discount of the first-year tuition fee (first two years for part-time study).

  • The International Undergraduate Scholarship

    The award is offered as a £5,000 discount on your tuition fees for the first year of study in 2026-27 only.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Undergraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

    You may be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £5,000, for each year of study at Essex up to a maximum of 3 years.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

With a BA in Management Economics from the University of Essex, you are open to the careers below:

  • Economic Consultant

  • Business Analyst

  • Management Consultant

  • Market Research Specialist

  • Investment Banker

  • Corporate Strategist

Cost of study

For international students enrolling in the BA Management Economics at the University of Essex, the tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic session are £21,300. Fees will increase for each academic year of study.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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