Program Overview

Economics and Econometrics BSc

Course Overview

BSc Economics and Econometrics combines the foundations of economics with statistical and mathematical models to test economic theories and analyse real-world data. You'll gain the skills to make accurate predictions about future trends and unlock valuable insights that can drive business decisions.

Why Choose This Course?

• Top 10 in the UK for economics in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 and top 100 in the world in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025
• Study abroad opportunities at the university’s campuses in China or Malaysia or at partner universities in Australia or Canada
• Our Faculty Placement Programme helps you gain experience during term-time
• Annual management, consulting and finance careers fair connects you with employers
• Home to the Nobel Prize winner Professor Sir Clive Granger
• 5th in the UK, with 99% of our research output ranked as world-leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021)

Course Details

• UCAS Code: L140
• Duration: 3 years full-time
• Fees: £24,300 per year (£9,535 for UK undergraduate students)

Entry Requirements

• A Levels: A*AA including mathematics
• IB Score: 36 points overall or 766 in 3 HL certificates
• GCSEs: GCSE maths grade 7 (A) or above, and GCSE English grade 4 (C) or above
• Excluded Subjects: General studies, leisure studies, and global perspectives and research

English Language Requirements

• IELTS: 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in each element)
• TOEFL iBT: Accepted
• Pearson PTE: Accepted
• GCSE, IB, and O level English: Accepted

Alternative Qualifications

• Access to HE Diploma: Accepted
• Advanced Diploma: Accepted
• BTEC HND/HNC: Accepted
• BTEC Extended Diploma: Accepted

Course Structure

• Year 1:
  • Applied Economics and Data Analytics
  • Introduction to Econometrics
  • Introduction to Macroeconomics
  • Introduction to Microeconomics
  • Mathematical Economics and Statistics
  • Current Economic Issues
  • Economic Integration I
  • Economic Integration II
  • Growth and Development in Long-Run Historical Perspective
• Year 2:
  • Applied Econometrics I
  • Applied Econometrics II
  • Econometric Theory I
  • Econometric Theory II
  • Macroeconomic Theory
  • Microeconomic Theory
  • Development Economics
  • Environmental and Resource Economics
  • Experimental and Behavioural Economics
  • Financial Economics
  • International Trade
  • Labour Economics
  • Monetary Economics
  • Political Economy
  • Public Sector Economics
• Year 3:
  • Advanced Econometric Theory
  • Econometrics Dissertation A
  • Advanced Development Economics
  • Advanced Experimental and Behavioural Economics
  • Advanced Financial Economics
  • Advanced Industrial Economics
  • Advanced Labour Economics
  • Advanced Macroeconomics
  • Advanced Mathematical Economics
  • Advanced Microeconomics
  • Advanced Monetary Economics
  • Advanced Political Economy
  • Advanced Public Economics
  • Econometrics Dissertation B

Teaching Methods

• Computer Labs: Used for hands-on learning and data analysis
• Lectures: Delivered by experienced academics
• Seminars: Interactive sessions for discussion and debate
• Tutorials: Small group sessions for personalized support
• Workshops: Practical sessions for skills development

Assessment Methods

• Dissertation: A research-based project in the final year
• Essay: Written assignments to assess knowledge and understanding
• Examinations: Formal assessments to evaluate knowledge and skills
• Presentation: Oral presentations to develop communication skills
• Group Presentation: Collaborative presentations to promote teamwork
• Group Exercise: Interactive activities to develop problem-solving skills

Careers Overview

• Top Employers: EY, PwC, Deloitte, Civil Service, and KPMG
• Graduate Outcomes: 94.3% of economics graduates were in sustained employment or further study five years after graduation
• Average Starting Salary: £55,800

Additional Information

• Language Study: Opportunities to study a language as part of the degree
• Study Abroad: Options to study abroad at partner universities
• Placement Opportunities: Term-time placements and internships available
• Careers Support: Dedicated careers service and alumni network

Contact Information

• University of Nottingham: www.nottingham.ac.uk
• School of Economics: www.nottingham.ac.uk/economics