BA (Hons) Economics & Finance Undergraduate Programme By Leeds Business School, Leeds Beckett University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

16,840 GBPTuition Fee/year

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Why do global crises hit our pockets? Why do some companies thrive while others disappear from the high street? And how do governments, businesses, and individuals make financial decisions in uncertain markets?

On this economics and finance degree , you’ll dive into the powerful forces shaping today’s global economy – and gain the skills to understand, analyse, and respond to them. You’ll explore how money flows through markets, businesses, and societies, uncovering the real-world impact of economic and financial decision-making.

Blending economic theory with hands-on financial analysis, this course helps you make sense of everything from how businesses operate and markets function to sustainable finance and investment. You’ll develop the confidence to interpret data, challenge assumptions, and apply your knowledge to real problems, preparing you for a wide range of exciting careers in finance, business, and beyond.

As part of your economics and finance course, you'll:

Build in-demand analytical and problem-solving skills that employers value across finance, business, and many other sectors  Explore how financial decisions affect people and society, from individuals and workers to multinational organisations and governments  Develop a deep understanding of financial markets and business structures, gaining substantial insight into how organisations operate, compete, and grow

Programme overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Why do global crises hit our pockets? Why do some companies thrive while others disappear from the high street? And how do governments, businesses, and individuals make financial decisions in uncertain markets?

On this economics and finance degree , you’ll dive into the powerful forces shaping today’s global economy – and gain the skills to understand, analyse, and respond to them. You’ll explore how money flows through markets, businesses, and societies, uncovering the real-world impact of economic and financial decision-making.

Blending economic theory with hands-on financial analysis, this course helps you make sense of everything from how businesses operate and markets function to sustainable finance and investment. You’ll develop the confidence to interpret data, challenge assumptions, and apply your knowledge to real problems, preparing you for a wide range of exciting careers in finance, business, and beyond.

As part of your economics and finance course, you'll:

Build in-demand analytical and problem-solving skills that employers value across finance, business, and many other sectors  Explore how financial decisions affect people and society, from individuals and workers to multinational organisations and governments  Develop a deep understanding of financial markets and business structures, gaining substantial insight into how organisations operate, compete, and grow

Admission Requirements

54+
4+
26+
6+
104+
GCSEs GCSE English Language Grade 4 or above and GCSE Maths Grade 5 or above (Grade C (English) and Grade B (Maths) for those sitting their GCSE before from 2017 onwards) or equivalent. Key Skills/Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSE Grade 4 English Language. Key Skills/Functional Skills Level 3 are accepted in place of GCSE Grade 5 Maths.
Access to HE Diploma Pass overall with a minimum of 104 UCAS tariff points.
T Levels Pass overall with a minimum of 104 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core.
Scottish Awards 104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 4 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above.
Irish Leaving Certificate 104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above.
International baccalaureate 104 tariff points or a score of 26 from the IB diploma. This should include a minimum of 3 Highers with 2 at grade H5 or above
IELTS IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.

3 Years
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
16,840 GBP

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