BSc (Hons) Business Economics at University of East London

Programme overview

This bachelor's degree in business economics has a strong emphasis on developing the skills and knowledge sought after by employers. Topics include applied economics, management decision-making, an in-depth knowledge of contemporary international business issues, teamwork, and leadership. The course aims to provide you with a good grounding in the core concepts, knowledge and skills of economics and business management.

Faculty: Royal Docks School of Business and Law | Department: Department of Business Entrepreneurship & Finance | Duration: 5 years part-time; 3/4 years full-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time (optional placement year) | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Mental Wealth & Professional Fitness: Embarking on professional development, Data and AI, Essentials of Accounting and Finance, People, Organisation and Law, Essentials of Economics, Enterprise – Idea Creation, Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness. Exploring Professional Development & Career Planning, Sustainability and Ethics.

Career pathways

Graduates from UEL have gone on to work at organisations including Accenture, Ernst & Young, Amazon, Morgan Stanley, KPMG, Deloitte, and PwC. Having Canary Wharf on the doorstep helps students make connections with leading employers throughout their studies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112 UCAS points (standard offer); 96 UCAS points (contextual offer); A Levels in at least two subjects; BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM (standard) / MMM (contextual); BTEC Diploma – D*D* (standard) / DD (contextual); Access to HE Diploma; T Levels; International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level; GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English; GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics. English: IELTS 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking (or recognised equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee per year; subject to change Source

International applicants: GBP 16,020 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 5 years part-time; 3/4 years full-time

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