Queen's University Belfast

Business Economics BSc

Queen's University BelfastBelfast, United Kingdom

Course overview

This degree combines the study of economics with practical business insights, equipping students to tackle real-world challenges. Ideal for those interested in applying economic thinking to business settings, it places less emphasis on mathematics than traditional economics programmes. Students will develop analytical and numerical skills through hands-on learning with modern business tools and techniques.

Economics at Queen’s is ranked 8th in the UK for graduate prospects. (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) Enhance your degree with international experiences through opportunities to study or work abroad. Programmes like Study USA, British Council, Erasmus, Study China, and International Workplace Tours offer invaluable exposure to global business environments.

Additionally, City Scholarships and other initiatives open doors to unique cultural and professional experiences worldwide.

Key highlights

  • Applies economic thinking to real-world business challenges
  • Less mathematical emphasis than traditional economics degrees
  • Hands-on learning with modern business tools and techniques
  • Economics ranked 8th in UK for graduate prospects (Times Guide 2025)
  • Study or work abroad via Study USA, Erasmus and Study China
  • International Workplace Tours and City Scholarships offer global experience

Entry requirements

  • A-level: ABB — ABB

Scholarships

  • County Antrim Grand Jury Bursary

    Approximately £1500 depending on funding available.

  • Early Confirmation Award

    Funding Amount - £1500

    Up to £1,500
  • International Undergraduate Scholarships

    This award is £3500 (fee rate 1) for first year of study; £4000 (fee rate 2) for first year of study.

  • INTO Progressors Scholarship

    £1500 reduction in tuition fees for first year of study.

    Up to £1,500
  • LLB Senior Status International Scholarship

    Scholarships Value - £4000

    Up to £4,000
  • Queen's Loyalty Scholarship

    20% reduction on first year gross tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Queen’s Family Scholarship

    20% reduction on first year gross tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Royal Academy of Engineering: Engineering Leaders Scholarship Programme

    Funding Amount: £5000 - £10,000

    Up to £5,000
  • Vice Chancellor’s International Attainment Scholarship - Undergraduate

    50% reduction on full tuition fees paid for all years of a programme, up to a maximum of four years (including advanced entry into Year 2 or Year 3).

    Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Business Analyst
  • Economic Analyst
  • Management Consultant
  • Financial Analyst
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Policy Analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £4,985 (NI/ROI), £9,790 (GB) | International: £24,600

Admission

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