BSc Economics with Study Abroad
University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom
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University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom
BSc Economics with Study Abroad
Undergraduate · Business
About this programme
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. Alongside core training in mathematics, statistics, macroeconomics and microeconomics, you will shape your degree through optional units that reflect your interests and career goals. These may include topics such as behavioural economics, machine learning, health economics, international trade, banking and finance, accounting, development and many others.You will also explore economics in a non-UK context during a year studying abroad, learning in English but at an international university in one of numerous global destinations. Visit Centre For Study Abroad to find out more.In your final year, you will have the opportunity to complete an economics dissertation, allowing you to explore a question that matters to you and to demonstrate your research, analytical and communication skills.Our BSc Economics is designed for students with a suitable A-level Mathematics qualification, and you'll apply and develop your high level maths skills on this programme. If you do not have a suitable Mathematics A-level or an accepted equivalent and aren't currently studying for one, you should consider applying for our BA Economics instead.You'll benefit from teaching that's informed by the latest developments in economics and our cutting-edge research; ranked in the top ten for economics and econometrics amongst UK universities (THE analysis of REF 2021). We are also home to the Economics Network, which improves the teaching and learning of economics in universities throughout the UK and Europe.By graduation, you'll be well-prepared for a successful career. On average, Bristol economics students earn 10% more than other UK economics graduates 15 months after graduation, typically enjoying salaries between £31,000 and £44,000 in that year (discoveruni.gov.uk, graduates from 2022-23).Recent BSc Economics graduates have gone on to work at globally renowned organisations including Deloitte, the Bank of England, JP Morgan, Bloomberg, EY, the NHS, KPMG, Mastercard, HMRC, Amazon Web Services, Citibank, and Hargreaves Lansdown.Job roles of recent course graduates include Data Analyst, Economist, Investment Officer, Tax Consultant, Business Development Associate, Cloud Engineer, Pricing Analyst, Maths Teacher, Corporate Finance Analyst, Freelance Writer, Credit Analyst, Operations Specialist, Audit Associate, and Independent Financial Planner.Should I choose the BSc or BA in Economics?Our BSc Economics is designed for students with a suitable A-level Mathematics qualification (or an accepted equivalent), and a high level of maths skills is required to succeed on the programme. Our BA Economics degree also has a quantitative focus, but this route is specifically designed to embed accelerated learning of the statistics and mathematical skills required of modern economists.We would normally recommend that BSc Economics is well suited for those who have studied A-level Mathematics (or suitable equivalent), while BA Economics is well suited for those who have strong numerical and data skills, but have not formally studied mathematics to a full A-level (or suitable equivalent).
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Field
- Business
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition
- £28,200 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time
Entry requirements
A-level standard offer: A*AA | A-level contextual offer: AAB | Go to entry requirements for the full entry criteria and contextual offer eligibility.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (8)
- Black Futures ScholarshipPartial funding · Annual additional-funding cycle
- Black Heart Scholarship ProgrammePartial funding · Check official website
- Bristol Think Big ScholarshipsPartial funding · Rolling, several rounds per year
- Clarke Willmott Futures ScholarshipPartial funding · Annual additional-funding cycle
- Think Big about Business Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- Think Big about Economics Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- Think Big Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- University of Bristol BursaryLiving stipend · Claim by start of summer vacation each academic year