Program Overview

BSc (Hons) Economics, Econometrics and Finance

Develop valuable analytical and quantitative skills

Overview

Year of entry: 2026/27

Course Details

• UCAS code: L124
• Institution code: Y50
• Start date: September 2026
• Length: 3 years full-time (plus optional placement year)
• Typical offer: AAB
• School/department: Department of Economics and Related Studies
• UK (home) fees: £9,535
• International and EU fees: £27,500

Course Content

This comprehensive degree provides an understanding of econometrics, allowing students to develop analytical and interpretative skills within the broader study of economics and finance. The course is based in one of the largest Economics departments in the UK, with the majority of staff being research-active.

Year 1

The first year introduces key areas that underpin the rest of the course, including:

• Principles of Economics
• Mathematics for Economists
• Foundations of Economic History
• Probability and Statistics
• Introduction to Finance
• Data, Evidence and Policy
• An online Academic Integrity module is also required, covering essential skills and knowledge for independent study and academic standards.

Year 2

In the second year, students explore areas of interest in greater detail through a combination of core modules:

• Microeconomic Theory
• Macroeconomic Analysis and Policy
• Corporate Finance
• Econometric Analysis
• Econometric Theory (option module)
• Option modules have covered topics such as:
  • Development Economics
  • Alternative Perspectives in Economics
  • Industrial Organisation and Strategy
  • Environmental Economics

Year 3

In the third year, students delve deeper into core topics and explore areas of interest in greater detail, allowing them to tailor the course to their future career path:

• Commodities Markets and Derivative Securities
• Econometric Methods for Research
• Financial and Time-Series Econometrics
• Contemporary Economic Issues and Analysis
• The Structure and Regulation of Financial Markets
• Option modules have covered topics such as:
  • Applied Econometrics
  • Economics of Social Policy
  • Information and Institution Design
  • International Economic Growth and Development
  • Labour Economics
  • Economics Dissertation

Study Abroad and Real-world Experiences

There are opportunities for students to spend time abroad during their course and gain practical experience through placements, internships, and part-time jobs.

Learning Outcomes

The course is designed to provide clear and ambitious learning outcomes, enabling students to:

• Identify issues and situations where economic or financial concepts can provide insight
• Apply logical and mathematical reasoning used by economists and econometricians
• Locate, compile, and present social, economic, and financial data
• Use statistical, econometric, and computer-based techniques for analyzing data
• Engage with academic and professional research in economics, econometrics, and finance
• Recognize contemporary and historical economic and financial episodes and phenomena
• Analyze and critically evaluate economic and financial policies

Fees and Funding

• Annual tuition fees:
  • UK (home): £9,535
  • International and EU: £27,500
• Fees for subsequent years may increase within the government fee cap for UK (home) students or in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rate for international students.
• Funding opportunities include UK government loans, scholarships, and bursaries.

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching format: Applying theory to real-life situations with a focus on practical work.
• Timetabled activities: Lectures, seminars, workshops, and practicals.
• Assessment: Combination of exams, written essays, and project work.
• Feedback: Provided in various forms, including written feedback, in-class discussion, and one-to-one discussions.

Careers and Skills

• Career prospects: Excellent, with graduates going on to work in management, finance, research, central government, and more.
• Transferable skills: Logical thinking, quantitative skills, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Entry Requirements

• Qualification: Typical offer AAB including Mathematics.
• Alternative offers: Meeting specific criteria may qualify students for an alternative offer.
• English language requirements: IELTS (Academic) 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent qualifications.

Related Courses

• Economics (BSc)
• Economics and Finance (BSc)
• Economics and Econometrics (BSc)