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Our course is built on the core principles of economics, which are applied to your study of financial institutions (such as banks), financial markets (such as the stock exchange), and financial instruments. You receive a thorough introduction to economics and mathematics, as well as training in quantitative research methods.
The world of finance has an impact on people, businesses, and government. Studying financial economics provides you with a foundation in economics, developing a deep understanding of how the financial system works and the ways in which it affects our lives. By studying our course, you graduate with strong training in financial economics.
UK entry requirements
GCSE: Mathematics B/5
A-levels: ABB
BTEC: DDD
IB: 32 points or three Higher Level certificates with 655. Either must include Standard Level Mathematics grade 5, or a minimum of 3 in Higher Level Mathematics. We will accept grade 5 in either Standard Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Standard Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation.
We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Levels. Please note that Maths in the IB is not required if you have already achieved GCSE Maths at grade B/5 or above or 5 in IB Middle Years Maths.
Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard levels, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information.
Access to HE Diploma: 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 30 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on the subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.
We also consider T-levels.
International & EU entry requirements
We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Get in touch with any questions you may have about the qualifications we accept. Remember to tell us about the qualifications you have already completed or are currently taking.
20 hours per week.
COMPONENT 01: CORE
Introduction to Economics
(30 CREDITS)
COMPONENT 02: CORE WITH OPTIONS
EC114-4-FY or (MA114-4-AU and MA108-4-SP)
COMPONENT 03: CORE WITH OPTIONS
EC115-4-FY or MA101-4-FY
COMPONENT 04: OPTIONAL
Option(s) from list or Outside Option(s)
COMPONENT 05: COMPULSORY
Career Skills in Economics
(0 CREDITS)
COMPONENT 01: COMPULSORY
Macroeconomics (Intermediate)
COMPONENT 02: COMPULSORY
Microeconomics (Intermediate)
COMPONENT 03: COMPULSORY
Financial Instruments and Capital Markets
(15 CREDITS)
BE311-5-SP or option from list
COMPONENT 05: OPTIONAL
2nd year Economics option(s) from list or outside option(s)
COMPONENT 06: COMPULSORY
International Money and Finance
Economic Analysis of Asset Prices
Economics of Financial Markets and Intermediation
COMPONENT 04: COMPULSORY
Project: Economics
Economics option from list
COMPONENT 06: OPTIONAL
Economics option(s) from list or outside option(s) (if not already taken in 2nd year)
COMPONENT 07: COMPULSORY
If you do not require a Tier 4 visa to study in the UK then we will assess your English language proficiency/ability at your interview or audition.
If your first language is not English and you are an international student that requires a Tier 4 visa to study in the UK then you will need IELTS 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component.
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