BSc (Hons) Economics at London Metropolitan University

Our Economics degree allows you to explore debates on economic growth, sustainability, banking and financial crises, and prepare for your career with a work placement. You'll learn from international economists, recognised for their research, and staff who are expert advisers to major financial institutions.

Faculty: School of Business, Environment and Law  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: January 2027, September 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Data Analysis for Business Decision Making, Data Science, Research and Analysis, Introduction to Financial Markets and Institutions, Management Accounting Fundamentals, Maths and Stats for Economics and Finance, Political and Social Aspects of Economics, Principles of Macroeconomics, Principles of Microeconomics. Year 2: Applied Macroeconomics, Applied Microeconomics, Labour Economics, Principles of Econometrics, Principles of Finance, Problem Solving: Methods and Analysis, Creating a Winning Business 1, Empowering London: Working within the community, Learning through Work, Investment, Sustainability, Business and Responsibility. Year 3: Development Economics, Dissertation, Financial and Economic Modelling, International Trade and Finance, Issues in Labour Markets, Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in Business, Financial Engineering, Financial Instruments, International Banking, Professional Experience Year Placement.

Career pathways

Economics graduates are among the highest paid and a degree in economics can give your career a major head start. Our graduates pursue diverse career routes, including jobs in banking and finance, international corporations, management, government, consultancy and research.

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