Program Overview

BA (Hons) Economics (Foundation Year)

The BA (Hons) Economics (Foundation Year) is designed to prepare students for studying on any of the economics pathways. It helps develop the skills and knowledge needed to study for the full honors degree, even if students don't currently meet the academic requirements.

Course Overview

This course is part of the Department of Finance and Economics at Manchester Met. It provides a foundation year that prepares students for further study in economics. The course covers various topics, including business in a global and national context, approaches to leading and managing in organizations, and analytical skills.

Features and Benefits

• Funding support: Students can apply for student finance, such as tuition fee loans, student loans, and student maintenance grants.
• Triple accredited: The business school holds the globally recognized trio of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA.
• Enhance employability: Through activities like internships, volunteering, or learning a new language, students can gain extra academic credits towards their degree.
• Learn from industry experts: Students learn from leading economists who are shaping economic development in Manchester, post-Brexit Britain, and fast-growing European economies.
• Progress to a degree course: After the foundation year, students can join the economics degree, developing their skills further and choosing an optional industry placement or year studying abroad.

Year 1

In the first year, students study eight 15-credit modules, including:

• Study Skills
• Business Intelligence
• Fundamentals of Marketing
• Finance for Business
• Business Economics
• Introduction to Management
• Understanding and Managing People
• Customer Service Management

Study and Assessment

• Study: 25% lectures, seminars, or similar; 75% independent study
• Assessment: 90% coursework; 10% examination

Placements

Students have the opportunity to do a placement, study, or work abroad in Year 3 of their degree. This includes work placements, study abroad, and working abroad, providing valuable work experience and cultural exchange.

Entry Requirements

• Typical offer: 72-80 UCAS tariff points
• IELTS score: 5.5 overall with no individual element below 5.5
• UK students: 72-80 UCAS tariff points, with specific requirements for Level 3 and Level 2 qualifications
• International students: IB Diploma with minimum 24 points overall or 72-80 UCAS Tariff points from Higher Level, with specific IELTS requirements

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the 2026/27 academic year are still being finalized. Information on 2025/26 standard undergraduate fees for UK/Channel Islands and EU/Non-EU international students is available.

Careers Support and Prospects

• Employed or in further study: 88.7% of UK-domiciled, full-time, first-degree graduates are employed or in further study 15 months after graduation.
• Explore options and build sought-after skills through the Careers Service, Future Me, and Rise.
• Taught by experts: The course is part of the Department of Finance and Economics at Manchester Met, with committed and enthusiastic teachers and researchers.

Your City, Your Community, Your Campus

Life in Manchester offers an inspiring and welcoming setting for studies, with a history of driving progress and a diverse community. The city-centre campus provides modern learning spaces, a lively Students' Union, and fantastic social hubs and sporting facilities.

Get in Touch with Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University is located in the Ormond Building, Manchester, M15 6BX, United Kingdom. The university can be contacted for further information.