BSc (Hons) Business Economics
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
Our BSc in Business Economics offers a solid foundation in economic analysis, equipping you with the tools and insights to thrive in today’s fast-paced business environment. You’ll learn how to leverage economic insights to help companies maximise profits, enhance consumer satisfaction, and navigate regulatory landscapes. You’ll also develop expertise in economic and financial modelling, as well as statistical analysis.
You’ll study microeconomics, macroeconomics, economic modelling, and statistics, and gain specialised knowledge in corporate finance. At UEA, you’ll benefit from our leading expertise in industrial organisation and competition policy. You can tailor your studies to your interests by exploring areas such as behavioural finance, competition in the digital age, and the economics and business of sport.
Throughout your degree, you’ll receive strong support, including personalised guidance from your academic adviser and access to our STEPS (Support, Training, Employability, Progression, and Skills) module. Our Learning Enhancement team is also available to help you in areas such as mathematics, writing, critical thinking, and time management.
Key highlights
- Applies economic insight to profits, consumer satisfaction and regulation
- Builds skills in economic and financial modelling and statistical analysis
- Specialised knowledge in corporate finance alongside core micro and macroeconomics
- Leading departmental expertise in industrial organisation and competition policy
- Optional topics include behavioural finance and economics of sport
- STEPS module supports training, employability, progression and skills
Entry requirements
- International Baccalaureate: 32 — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB or above. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable Scottish Advanced Highers BCC or above. A combi…
- Scottish Advanced Highers: BCC — or above
- Scottish Highers: AAABB — or above
- Irish Leaving Certificate — 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3
Careers this course leads to
- Business Economist
- Economic Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Competition and Regulatory Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Data Analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £23,100 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 University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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