Economics BSc(Hons)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
In an increasingly globalised world, a solid understanding of how economic systems, markets and organisations work can set you apart as a knowledgeable leader in a variety of industries. An Economics BSc(Hons) degree can take you far, setting you up for many potentially rewarding and exciting careers in the private and public sectors, including stockbroker, data analyst, investment analyst, or economist. This course aims to equip graduates with integral skills and knowledge of Economics.
You’ll learn about the science of decision making, as well as how resources are allocated to meet the needs of the population. You’ll be prepared to face and address pressing global problems, such as poverty, unemployment, inequality, and pollution. In the National Student Survey 2025, Economics ranked top in Yorkshire for student voice, learning resources and learning opportunities.
You’ll also be studying at an AACSB International-accredited Business School. Globally, fewer than six per cent of institutions offering business degrees achieve this accreditation. On campus, you’ll study a wide range of subjects including: You’ll also learn how to use industry-standard databases and software packages, such as Datastream, Stata, R and Eviews.
Key highlights
- Taught within an AACSB International-accredited Business School
- Hands-on training with Datastream, Stata, R and Eviews
- Optional placement year to gain professional work experience
- Ranked top in Yorkshire for learning resources in NSS 2025
- Explores poverty, unemployment, inequality and pollution as global problems
- Covers decision-making science and how resources are allocated
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBB-BBC — BBB-BBC at A Level 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications Merit in T Level DDM-DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or…
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — BBB-BBC at A Level 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications Merit in T Level DDM-DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or…
- T-level: Merit — …UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications Merit in T Level DDM-DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above 120-112 UCAS tariff p…
- BTEC: DDM-DMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above 120-112
- GCSE: 5 or above — to include Mathematics
Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarships
At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Economist
- Stockbroker
- Data analyst
- Investment analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,600
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 Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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