University of East Anglia

BSc (Hons) Business Economics with a Year Abroad

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

Our BSc in Business Economics with a Year Abroad 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.

In your third year, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner institutions worldwide, gaining valuable cultural exposure and broadening your global perspective. 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

  • Third year studying abroad at a partner institution worldwide
  • Builds skills in economic and financial modelling and statistical analysis
  • Specialised knowledge in corporate finance alongside core micro and macroeconomics
  • Draws on expertise in industrial organisation and competition policy
  • Optional topics include behavioural finance and economics of sport
  • STEPS module supports employability, training and skills development

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 A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable Scottish Advanced Highers BCC A combination of Advanced H…
  • Scottish Advanced Highers: BCC — A combination
  • Scottish Highers: AAABB — A combination
  • Irish Leaving Certificate — 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3

Careers this course leads to

  • Business Economist
  • Economic Analyst
  • Financial Analyst
  • Competition 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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