Economics, BSc Hons

Economics at Greenwich aims to provide you with the intellectual abilities and analytical tools to understand, analyse and act upon the most challenging issues of our time.

We believe economics must help to build and more equitably share prosperity, create meaningful employment, and ensure the transition to a carbon-neutral future. We have responded to calls from students and industry alike to change the way we do economics: we are a national leader in applied real-world economics that learns from history and embraces diversity.

Our BSc Economics degree gives students the possibility after first year of specialising in finance, ESG (environmental, social and governance issues), or the economics of public policy.

In your time with us you will gain the knowledge and skills essential for either graduate employment or post-graduate study. Our graduates have pursued successful careers in industry, finance, the civil service, NGOs, research and education.

UCAS points

120 (view full requirements)

Course/institution codes

L100 G BSc/Ec

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School

Accounting, Finance and Economics

Location

Greenwich Campus

Duration

• 3 years full-time
• 6 years part-time
• 4 years sandwich

Start month

September

Home/international fees 2025/26

£9,535 /£17,500

What you should know about this course

• Enhance your data-handling skills through the use of Bloomberg terminals, trading simulation platforms, programming languages, and Reuters certification.
• After first year, choose to pursue a study pathway in public policy (ideal preparation for a career in the civil service) or ESG issues.
• Study at our beautiful Greenwich campus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in London.
• Our graduates have pursued successful careers in industry, finance, the civil service, NGOs, research and education.

Tailor your studies to suit your career interests

Start your BSc (Hons) Economics or BA (Hons) Business Economics journey with core economic principles in your first year, then get the chance to shape your studies in one of three areas by following one of our specialist pathways.

What you will study

Full time

Part time

Sandwich

Year 1

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Introduction to Business Finance (15 credits)
• Macroeconomics I (30 credits)
• Microeconomics I (30 credits)
• Personal and Professional Development (15 credits)
• Mathematics for Economics, Business and Finance
• Statistics for Economics and Finance (15 credits)
• Economic and Financial History (15 credits)

Year 2

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• History of Economic Thought (15 credits)
• Applied Econometrics (15 credits)
• Further Mathematics for Economists (15 credits)
• Introductory Econometrics (15 credits)
• Macroeconomics II (15 credits)
• Microeconomics II (15 credits)
• Future Paths

Students are required to choose 30 credits from this list of options.

• The Economy and the Environment (15 credits)
• International Trade and Development (15 credits)
• Economics of Social Change (15 credits)
• Banking and Finance in a Global Context I (15 credits)
• Banking and Finance in a Global Context II (15 credits)
• Climate Change and Investing (15 credits)

Year 3

Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.

• Applied Economics and Finance Project (30 credits)
• Macroeconomics III (15 credits)
• Microeconomics III (15 credits)

Students are required to choose 60 credits from this list of options.

• Monetary Economics (30 credits)
• Principles of Investment (30 credits)
• Trading in Financial Markets (30 credits)
• Applied Data Analysis for Sustainable Futures (30 credits)
• Economics of Public Policy (30 credits)
• ESG Investing (30 credits)

Entry requirements

UK citizens and permanent residents

• 120 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points.
• In addition, you will need: GCSE Mathematics at grade 4/C. Equivalent qualifications may be considered.

We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements such as GCSEs, Interview, etc., will still need to be met. For further information, please see our Contextual Admissions policy.

International entry requirements

The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.

For detailed information on the academic and English language requirements, please find your country in our directory.

Alternatively, please contact us at .

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Cohort | Full time | Part time | Distance learning
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Home* | £9,535 | £2,384 per 30 credits | N/A
International | £17,500 | £4,375 per 30 credits | N/A

University is a great investment in your future. English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were £10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.

(Source: DfE Graduate labour market statistics: 2023/DfE Labour market and skills projections: 2020 to 2035).

Fees information

• The Department for Education has indicated that it intends to raise the Home tuition fee limit from £9,250 to £9,535 for 2025/26.

Home tuition fee limits: Find out more

Careers and placements

Will I have a work placement?

Work placements are optional, and you are responsible for arranging your placement with support from the university. Previous Greenwich Business School students have secured their placement year with organisations such as the NHS, Nomura, RSK, Charlton Athletic, Disney, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and more.

How long is my placement?

Sandwich placements are 9-12 months of full-time paid work. A sandwich year is taken between the second and third years of study.

What are the financial arrangements?

Sandwich placements are usually paid at competitive rates for entry level roles in your chosen industry. The Employability Service will only promote paid opportunities to you.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Graduates may apply for entry-level jobs in banking, finance, insurance, stock markets, sales and marketing. Career options include management consultant, investment adviser, finance and investment analyst, tax consultant, investment banker, and employment agency consultant.

Are internships available?

The University’s Employability Team may advertise internship opportunities which are made available to the University and which the team feel are appropriate for University of Greenwich students. Internships are usually shorter opportunities ranging from 5 working days to 6 months and may be part-time or full-time. Depending on the nature and duration of the internship it may be something that can be done alongside study or it may be something that can only be done over the summer. If your internship is eligible, you can receive a Certificate of Industrial Studies.

Do you provide employability services?

Yes - Our Employability Service is here to bring you one step closer to your dream career through 1-2-1 guidance, flagship events and workshops, job opportunities, mentoring and more. Their service is free and tailored to ensure you have access to the best career opportunities. Find out more at:

Accommodation

Greenwich

Living in halls of residence is a great way to make new friends and get into the social side of university life. With four great locations, all minutes away from the campus and the centre of historic Greenwich , you will be at the heart of one of the most beautiful university settings in the UK.

Rooms start at £146.30/wk and include Wi-Fi, utility bills, access to our on-campus gym and 24-hour security - and just a 10-minute train journey to central London. Students based at our Greenwich campus can also choose to live the Student Village at Avery Hill, which is only a short ride on our free shuttle bus.

Support and advice

Academic skills and study support

Access study skills support through your academic tutor, our subject librarians and our online academic skills centre.

Where appropriate, we provide support in academic English and mathematics. If you need support to use particular IT packages for a specific module, we provide training for this.

We also offer a range of activities to support you throughout your studies during GRE Fest, which includes several workshops that support our students and provide useful information.

All students will also be assigned an academic tutor as the first point of contact for any academic queries.

Support from the department

At Greenwich Business School, you can access comprehensive support through our dedicated teams. The GBS Student Support team handles course-related matters via the Digital Student Centre.

Our Faculty Student Advisors (FSAs) provide pastoral and welfare support to first-year students.

Interested in starting your own business? Our Generator Team helps students start and grow businesses, The Generator also runs the Enterprise Challenge and #GreHacks competition annually.

Visit our student helpdesk in Queen Mary Building (Room 240) Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, for in-person assistance.

Do you provide employability services?

Yes - Our Employability Service is here to bring you one step closer to your dream career through 1-2-1 guidance, flagship events and workshops, job opportunities, mentoring and more. Their service is free and tailored to ensure you have access to the best career opportunities. Find out more at:

The program emphasizes the role of economics in building and equitably sharing prosperity, creating meaningful employment, and ensuring a transition to a carbon-neutral future. The program distinguishes itself by embracing a practical, real-world approach to economics, drawing upon historical context and valuing diversity. Students have the option to specialize in finance after their first year or continue in the standard degree program. The program prepares graduates for successful careers in various fields, including industry, finance, the civil service, NGOs, research, and education.

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Outline:

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Full-time (3 years):

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Year 1:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Introduction to Business Finance (15 credits)
• Macroeconomics I (30 credits)
• Microeconomics I (30 credits)
• Personal and Professional Development (15 credits)
• Mathematics for Economics, Business and Finance
• Statistics for Economics and Finance (15 credits)
• Economic and Financial History (15 credits)

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Year 2:

• Compulsory Modules:
• History of Economic Thought (15 credits)
• Applied Econometrics (15 credits)
• Further Mathematics for Economists (15 credits)
• Introductory Econometrics (15 credits)
• Macroeconomics II (15 credits)
• Microeconomics II (15 credits)
• Optional Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• The Economy and the Environment (15 credits)
• International Trade and Development (15 credits)
• Economics of Social Change (15 credits)
• Banking and Finance in a Global Context I (15 credits)
• Banking and Finance in a Global Context II (15 credits)
• Climate Change and Investing (15 credits)

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Year 3:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Applied Economics and Finance Project (30 credits)
• Macroeconomics III (15 credits)
• Microeconomics III (15 credits)
• Optional Modules (Choose 60 credits):
• Monetary Economics (30 credits)
• Principles of Investment (30 credits)
• Trading in Financial Markets (30 credits)
• Applied Data Analysis for Sustainable Futures (30 credits)
• Economics of Public Policy (30 credits)
• ESG Investing (30 credits)

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Part-time (6 years):

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Year 1:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Macroeconomics I (30 credits)
• Personal and Professional Development (15 credits)
• Economic and Financial History (15 credits)

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Year 2:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Introduction to Business Finance (15 credits)
• Microeconomics I (30 credits)
• Mathematics for Economics, Business and Finance
• Statistics for Economics and Finance (15 credits)

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Year 3:

• Compulsory Modules:
• History of Economic Thought (15 credits)
• Further Mathematics for Economists (15 credits)
• Macroeconomics II (15 credits)
• Microeconomics II (15 credits)

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Year 4:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Applied Econometrics (15 credits)
• Introductory Econometrics (15 credits)

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Year 5:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Macroeconomics III (15 credits)
• Microeconomics III (15 credits)

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Year 6:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Applied Economics and Finance Project (30 credits)

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Sandwich (4 years):

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Year 1:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Introduction to Business Finance (15 credits)
• Macroeconomics I (30 credits)
• Microeconomics I (30 credits)
• Personal and Professional Development (15 credits)
• Mathematics for Economics, Business and Finance
• Statistics for Economics and Finance (15 credits)
• Economic and Financial History (15 credits)

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Year 2:

• Compulsory Modules:
• History of Economic Thought (15 credits)
• Applied Econometrics (15 credits)
• Further Mathematics for Economists (15 credits)
• Introductory Econometrics (15 credits)
• Macroeconomics II (15 credits)
• Microeconomics II (15 credits)
• Future Paths
• Placement Preparation (Business School)
• Optional Modules (Choose 30 credits):
• The Economy and the Environment (15 credits)
• International Trade and Development (15 credits)
• Economics of Social Change (15 credits)
• Banking and Finance in a Global Context I (15 credits)
• Banking and Finance in a Global Context II (15 credits)
• Climate Change and Investing (15 credits)

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Year 3:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Business Placement (One year) (30 credits)
• Work Placement (Business School)

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Year 4:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Business Placement (One year) (30 credits)
• Applied Economics and Finance Project (30 credits)
• Macroeconomics III (15 credits)
• Microeconomics III (15 credits)
• Optional Modules (Choose 60 credits):
• Monetary Economics (30 credits)
• Principles of Investment (30 credits)
• Trading in Financial Markets (30 credits)
• Applied Data Analysis for Sustainable Futures (30 credits)
• Economics of Public Policy (30 credits)
• ESG Investing (30 credits)

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Assessment:

The program utilizes a combination of assessment methods, including:

• Coursework: This includes essays, reports, presentations, and projects.
• Exams: These are typically held at the end of each semester or year.
• Practical Assessments: These may include simulations, case studies, and group work.
The specific assessment methods for each module are outlined in the "What you will study" section.

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Teaching:

The program employs a variety of teaching methods, including:

• Lectures: These provide a structured overview of key concepts and theories.
• Seminars: These offer smaller group discussions and allow for deeper exploration of topics.
• Workshops: These provide practical skills development and hands-on experience.
• Tutorials: These offer individual or small group support and guidance.
The teaching team consists of experienced academics and industry professionals. Postgraduate researchers also contribute to seminar teaching, bringing their latest research-led insights. The teaching is informed by research and consultancy work.

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Careers:

Graduates of the BSc Economics program are well-prepared for a range of careers in:

• Banking and Finance: This includes roles such as investment advisor, finance and investment analyst, tax consultant, investment banker, and employment agency consultant.
• Industry: This includes roles in management consulting, sales and marketing, and other business-related fields.
• Civil Service: This includes roles in government departments and agencies.
• NGOs: This includes roles in non-profit organizations working on economic development and social justice issues.
• Research and Education: This includes roles in academia and research institutions.
The program offers optional work placements and internships to provide students with practical experience and enhance their employability. The Business School Employability team provides support services, including CV and cover letter writing, interview preparation, careers fairs, and mentoring.

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Other:

• The program offers free Reuter Certification and OANDA trading platforms to enhance data-handling skills.
• The program is taught at the Greenwich campus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in London.
• The program is designed to be flexible, with options for full-time, part-time, and sandwich study.
• The program is available to overseas students.
• The program is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

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Home/international fees 2024/25 £9,250 / £17,000

University of Greenwich: A Summary

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Overview:

The University of Greenwich is a public university located in London and Kent, England. It boasts three campuses: Greenwich, Avery Hill, and Medway. The university is known for its diverse student body, with students from over 150 countries, and its commitment to providing a high-quality student experience.

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Services Offered:

The University of Greenwich offers a wide range of services to its students, including:

Accommodation:

On-campus accommodation options are available at all three campuses.

Careers:

The university provides career guidance and support services to help students find employment after graduation.

Student Support:

A variety of support services are available to students, including academic advising, counseling, and disability support.

Financial Aid:

Scholarships and bursaries are available to help students finance their studies.

Digital Student Centre:

A digital platform offering support for new and returning students.

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Student Life and Campus Experience:

The University of Greenwich offers a vibrant and diverse campus experience. Students can expect:

Lively Students' Union:

Each campus has a Students' Union that organizes social events, clubs, and societies.

Modern Facilities:

The university has invested in modern facilities, including libraries, labs, and sports centers.

Excellent Transport Links:

All campuses are easily accessible by public transport, with connections to central London.

Campus Bus Service:

A bus service connects the three campuses.

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Key Reasons to Study There:

Award-Winning Research:

The university is recognized for its high-quality research, which has won numerous awards.

Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF):

This recognition highlights the university's commitment to providing an outstanding student experience.

Diverse Community:

The university welcomes students from all over the world, creating a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

Flexible Learning Options:

The university offers a range of flexible learning options, including online and part-time study.

Strong Graduate Prospects:

The university has a strong track record of graduate employment, with many graduates going on to successful careers.

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Academic Programs:

The University of Greenwich offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. Some of the key academic strengths include:

Business and Management:

The university is known for its strong business programs, including MBA and MSc programs.

Engineering and Technology:

The university offers a range of engineering and technology programs, including civil engineering, mechanical engineering, and computer science.

Arts and Humanities:

The university has a strong reputation in the arts and humanities, with programs in English literature, history, and creative writing.

Health and Social Care:

The university offers a range of health and social care programs, including nursing, social work, and psychology.

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Other:

• The university has a strong commitment to sustainability and has launched a university-wide transformation for a Greener future.

• The university is home to the Greenwich Portraits series, which celebrates the diverse journeys of its students and alumni.

• Student Life and Campus Experience:

  While the context mentions the Students' Union and facilities, it does not provide detailed information on student life and campus experiences.

Key Reasons to Study There:

The context mentions some advantages, but it does not explicitly highlight the key reasons to study at the University of Greenwich.