BSc Economics with Study Abroad in a Modern Language at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Develop analytical and quantitative skills applicable to a wide range of careers in economics and beyond. We teach economics in a technically rigorous way. Econometrics is the application of statistical methods to data to estimate economic models, and is central to the programme.

What you will study

Mandatory units in macroeconomics and microeconomics, mathematics, statistics and econometrics will provide you with strong foundations to build upon. You'll complement your mandatory units by choosing from a wide range of optional modules from the School of Economics, the Business School and other parts of the University. The number of options increases as you progress through the degree, allowing you to select units from the areas of economics that most interest you.

Career pathways

Bristol economics graduates are highly sought after by employers. On average, Bristol economics students earn 28% more than other UK economics graduates within 5 years of graduation, typically enjoying salaries between £44,000 and £87,000 per year (discoveruni.gov.uk, 2025).

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level standard offer: A*AA including Mathematics. A-level contextual offer: AAB including Mathematics. BTEC: D*DD in any Applied General. IB Diploma: 38 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including Mathematics with either 6 at Higher Level (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) or 7 at Standard Level (Analysis and Approaches). Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers: Advanced Higher: AA including Mathematics, and Higher: AAAAA. GCSE: Advanced Modern Language requirement in French, German or Spanish (7 or A at GCSE). English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with 7.0 in reading and listening,and no score below 6.0 (or equivalent). Apply through UCAS (course code L101).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 29,300 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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