University of East London

Economics BSc (Hons)

University of East LondonStratford Campus, London

Course overview

This course is subject to revalidation. Our BSc in Economics gives you the right skills to tackle the different challenges you will face in the ever-changing business world. This professionally recognised course (CISI), ensures that you graduate with the skills that employers need.

It is delivered by leading experts in the field who care passionately about their subject. You will: gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the methods, theory and applications of economic science and finance. learn about their functions in the contemporary business world. develop your problem-solving, technical and analytical skills, alongside essential academic theory, and;

Key highlights

  • Professionally recognised by the CISI
  • Taught by experts in economics and finance
  • Covers methods, theory and applications of economic science and finance
  • Explores how economics and finance function in contemporary business
  • Develops problem-solving, technical and analytical skills alongside academic theory

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 112 — Accepted Qualifications112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:A Levels in at least two subjects BTEC Extended Diploma - DMM BTEC Diploma - D*D Access to H…
  • BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
  • BTEC: D*D — BTEC Diploma
  • International Baccalaureate: 24 — to include including a minimum of 15 p
  • GCSE: 4/C — to include English, Mathematics

Scholarships

  • Engagement Bursary

    Up to £3,000

  • Hardship Bursary

    Up to £3,000

  • International Scholarship

    Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).

    Up to £500
  • Postgraduate Alumni Discount

    If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.

  • Sports Scholarships

    Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs

Careers this course leads to

  • Economist
  • Financial analyst
  • Economic researcher
  • Investment analyst
  • Policy analyst
  • Data analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9790 per year | International: £9790 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 London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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