BSc Economics

at University of Roehampton

• The first year introduces core economic principles through modules like principles of microeconomics, macroeconomics, mathematics for economics and statistics.
•  The second year covers intermediate micro and macro theory, econometrics, and applied economics topics such as industrial organisation and labour economics.
•  Key third-year modules include advanced economic theory, applied econometrics, and a dissertation or consultancy project. 
• Optional specialised modules in the final year allow students to explore areas like behavioural economics, finance, and environmental economics. 
• The curriculum emphasises developing strong quantitative skills alongside economic reasoning abilities.

Course Modules

• Introduction to Accounting and Finance

• Business Organisations in a Global Economy
• Business Data Analysis
• Principles of Economics
• Economic Policy in Action
• Quantitative Methods

Important Dates

The programme kicks off in September each year. Prospective students are encouraged to frequently visit the university's website for updated information on the application process. While applications are made via UCAS, it is advisable to have all required documents prepared well in advance of the deadline to circumvent any last-minute scrambles.

• To meet the requirements, students must achieve passes in two separate subjects at GCE Advanced Level, or attain a pass in one subject at GCE Advanced Level along with passes in two distinct subjects at GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level, or obtain a Vocational A-Level Single Award, or acquire two Vocational A-Level part Awards. 
• Alternatively, they could earn a Vocational A-Level Double Award or a Vocational A-Level Single Award combined with either two Vocational A-Level part Awards or passes in two distinct subjects at the GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level. 
• Another option is to obtain a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma, provided they achieve an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no individual score below 5.5.

The annual tuition fee for BSc Economics is between £16,000/yr to £17,000/yr.  To stay informed about changes in program fees, it's important to regularly check the university's website. These fees may vary each year due to factors such as the student's residency status and whether they are enrolled full-time or part-time.

Graduates of the BSc Economics programme are well-prepared for careers across sectors like banking, finance, business, consultancy, research organisations and government agencies. Potential roles include economic analyst, financial analyst, data analyst, business consultant, policy advisor and market researcher among others. Many students also choose to pursue postgraduate study in economics or related fields.