BSc (Hons) Economics at Manchester Metropolitan University

Programme overview

Economics helps us understand the world, shaping everything from global markets to public policy. Manchester Met’s BSc (Hons) Economics equips you with analytical and quantitative skills to interpret complex economic systems and tackle real-world challenges using data-driven solutions. You will build a foundation in microeconomics, macroeconomics, mathematics and global economic history while developing critical thinking skills.

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Law | Department: Department of Finance and Economics | Duration: 3 years, 4 years with placement, 4 years with study abroad | Study mode: full-time, placement year available | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Businesses and governments rely on economists to examine issues, identify trends, and navigate uncertainty. This course challenges you to explore the choices people make and how these decisions shape every aspect of our lives, from employment and wealth distribution to government spending and international trade. Year 1 core: Introductory Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, Statistics and Mathematics in Economic, Global Economic History, The Rhetoric and Ethics of Economics, Personal and Professional Development I. Year 2 core: Microeconomics and Human Behaviour, Personal and Professional Development II, Environmental and Ecological Economics, Macroeconomics and Institutions, Econometrics and Mathematics. Year 3 core: Macroeconomics in the Global Economy, Personal and Professional Development III, Advanced Microeconomics, Advanced Econometrics; options: Financial Economics, Dissertation Quantitative, Development Economics.

Career pathways

Many organisations have already seen the value of having an economist on board. Upon completion of this course, you can go into roles within the public and private sector.

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Entry requirements

A Levels – e.g. BBC-BBB. Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma – DMM. Pass Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 106 UCAS Tariff points. T Levels - We welcome applications from students undertaking T Level qualifications. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Merit as a condition of offer. Equivalent qualifications and combinations will be considered, including Extended Project (EPQ) at grade C or above. AS levels (or qualifications equivalent to AS level) are not accepted. Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course. GCSE grade C/4 in English Language or Level 2 Functional Skills English pass and GCSE grade C/4 in Mathematics or Level 2 Functional Skills Mathematics pass. IB: IB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 104-112 UCAS Tariff points from Higher Level. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English and Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 4 in Mathematics. IELTS: 6.0 overall with no individual element below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard UK and Channel Islands full-time fee for 2027/28 as stated on the course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years, 4 years with placement, 4 years with study abroad

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com

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