Program Overview

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BSc Economics and Econometrics with Study Abroad (L142)

2026 entry

Course summary

On this single honours programme, you'll develop analytical and quantitative skills applicable to a wide range of careers in economics and beyond. This degree also includes an additional year of studying at an overseas university.

We teach economics in a technically rigorous way, using mathematical models to formalise key concepts. You will also develop a deep knowledge of econometrics – the application of statistical methods to data to estimate economic models and test theories – as part of this degree.

Econometrics is a vital tool for economists because, unlike natural sciences where controlled experiments are used to determine the effect of one thing on another, it is impossible to hold the economy constant while tinkering with a single variable. Econometrics provides the scientific means to overcome this issue using empirical observations.

You'll build an extensive core knowledge in econometrics, mathematics, data, statistics, machine learning and macro- and microeconomics. You'll also be able to tailor your degree to suit your interests and career ambitions with optional modules – exploring topics ranging from data science to accounting, behavioural economics to auditing, banking and finance to international business, and much more.

You'll also explore economics in a non-UK context during a year studying abroad, learning in English but at an international university in one of numerous global destinations available. Visit Bristol Abroad to find out more.

A dissertation will further enable you to apply your knowledge and skills in a specialist area, as you hone your research and analysis capabilities exploring a question of particular interest to you.

You'll benefit from teaching that's informed by the latest developments in economics and our cutting-edge research – research which ranks in the top five for economics and econometrics amongst UK universities (REF 2021). We are also home to the Economics Network, which improves the teaching and learning of economics in universities throughout the UK and Europe.

By the end of the programme, you'll be well-prepared for a successful career. Recent BSc Economics and Econometrics graduates have gone on to work in roles such as Investment Analyst, Business Consultant, Data Analyst, and Infrastructure, Strategy and Operations Associate. They work at globally renowned organisations including KPMG, Siemens, and Aon.

On average, Bristol economics students earn 28% more than other UK economics graduates within five years of graduation – typically enjoying salaries between £44,000 and £87,000 per year (discoveruni.gov.uk, 2025).

Accreditations

Our Economics and Econometrics with Study Abroad BSc is accredited by ICAEW and CIMA.

Overview

• Typical offer: A-level standard offer: A*AA, A-level contextual offer: AAB
• Programme duration: 4 year(s) full-time. Part-time study is not available for this course
• Application method: UCAS (Code: L142)
• Location: Clifton campus, Placements
• Fees: £9,535 per year, home students, £27400 per year, international students

Course structure

During the first, second and final years of this four-year degree, you'll study mandatory topics including data, micro- and macroeconomics, mathematics, statistical methods and machine learning. You'll also carry out an applied economics research project in a final-year dissertation.

Alongside this core learning, you'll be able to choose topics that interest you from a wide range of optional modules within the School of Economics, the Business School and other parts of the University.

Previous optional topics have included behavioural economics, data science, environmental economics, business law, globalisation, accounting, banking, health economics, financial crises, communicating economics, and more.

Your third year will be spent at a leading international institution abroad, where you'll learn in English but broaden your horizons through the immersive experience of studying economics in a non-UK context. Discover more on our Bristol Abroad pages.

Full details about the course structure and units for this course can be viewed in the programme catalogue.

Entry requirements

We accept a wide variety of qualifications and welcome applications from students of all backgrounds. Below is a guide to the typical offers for this course.

• A-level standard offer: A*AA including Mathematics
• A-level contextual offer: AAB including Mathematics
• BTEC: D*DD in any Applied General BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma and A in mathematics at A-level (or equivalent)
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: 38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including Mathematics with either 6 at Higher Level (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 7 at Standard Level (Analysis and Approaches)
• International Baccalaureate Diploma contextual offer: 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including Mathematics with either 5 at Higher Level (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 7 at Standard Level (Analysis and Approaches)
• European Baccalaureate: 88% overall, with 8.5 in Mathematics
• Scottish Qualifications Authority: Advanced Higher: AA including Mathematics, and Standard Higher: AAAAA
• Access to HE Diploma: Access to HE Diploma in Engineering, Science, or Computing (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include: at least 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or above; and at least 15 credits from Mathematics units, of which at least 12 (including algebra, calculus and trigonometry) must be at Distinction. Or Access to HE Diploma in Business, Humanities, Social Sciences, Psychology, Law or History (or similar titles), with the 45 graded Level 3 credits including at least 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or above, plus A in A-level Mathematics.
• Welsh Baccalaureate: Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales or the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade.
• Cambridge Pre-U: Requirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/M2 is B, and M3 is C.
• International qualifications: The University of Bristol welcomes applications from international students, and we accept a wide range of qualifications for undergraduate and postgraduate study.

Selection process

• Regulations and codes of conduct we abide by to create a positive environment for learning and achievement are found in the University admissions policies and procedures.
• If applying with extenuating circumstances please see our policy.
• Full information about our selection processes for Economics and Econometrics with Study Abroad can be found in the Admissions Statement.

Applicants must also meet these requirements

• GCSE profile requirements: No specific subjects required.
• English language requirements: If English is not your first language, you need to have one of the following: IELTS 6.5 overall with 7.0 in reading and listening, and no score below 6.0, GCSE English Language grade C or 4, or an alternative qualification outlined in our Profile level G.

Related courses

• BSc Economics
• BSc Economics and Econometrics
• MSci Economics with Innovation
• BSc Economics with Study Abroad
• BSc Economics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language

Related Subjects

• Accounting and Finance
• Mathematics
• Social Policy