BSc (Hons) Economics at Lancaster University

Programme overview

What makes some countries richer than others? How can we measure inequality or the impact of climate change, and what should we do about it? What makes a business successful?

Faculty: Lancaster University Management School | Department: Economics | Duration: Full time 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Principles of Microeconomics, Principles of Macroeconomics, Mathematics and Statistics for Economics, Professional Development for Economics. Year 2 core modules: Microeconomic Analysis, Principles of Econometrics with Professional Development, Macroeconomic Analysis. Year 3 core modules: Frontiers of Economics.

Career pathways

A Bachelor of Science in Economics equips graduates with strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, making them highly sought after in a wide range of industries and roles. BSc Economics graduates commonly work in finance and banking, consulting, government and public policy, and data analysis and technology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: AAB. This should include Mathematics. Access to HE Diploma: Our typical entry requirement would be 36 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 9 Level 3 credits at Merit, but you would need evidence that you had the equivalent of A level Mathematics grade B. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD accepted alongside A level Mathematics grade B. BTEC in combination with A levels: A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade AB plus BTEC at D. This should include A level Mathematics grade B. International Baccalaureate: 35 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects, including 6 in Mathematics HL (either analysis and approaches or applications and interpretations). T levels: Only accepted alongside A level Mathematics grade B. GCSE requirements: English Language grade 4/C. English language requirements: If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for this programme.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

International applicants: GBP 27,100 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

Duration: Full time 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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