BSc Economics

UCAS Code: L102

Entry Requirements

Course Aims

  • Provides a specialist in-depth understanding of the application of mathematics and statistics to core areas of economics.
  • Is designed for students who wish to build on the foundation of a Mathematics A-Level, or equivalent.
  • Combines training in economics with modules in econometrics, statistical modeling and forecasting.
  • Gives valuable skills in numeracy, IT, communications and problem solving, as well as key skills for further study at graduate level.
  • Offers an excellent preparation for careers in economic research, statistical forecasting and econometrics, as well as those in traditional areas of economics such as management, finance and accountancy. It also provides an ideal foundation for postgraduate study.

Course Modules

First Year

Semester 1 Core Modules  Semester 2 Core Modules  
         
Microeconomics 1 Macroeconomics 1
Calculus for Economists

Sampling, Estimation and Hypothesis Testing
IT for Economists 

Linear Algebra and Optimisation for Economists 
Probability and Probability Distributions   

Second Year

Semester 1 Core Modules Semester 2 Core Modules 
Intermediate Microeconomics 1   Intermediate Microeconomics 2
Foundation of Macro Theory Macroeconomics and Finance 
Econometrics 1

Econometrics 2

Game Theory The Economics of Development and Human Capital

Final Year

Semester 1 Core Modules Semester 2 Core Modules 
Advanced Microeconomics                                Advanced Macroeconomics 
Econometrics 3 Applied Econometrics Project 
Business Management and Strategy

Government Intervention in the Economy 
Semester 1 Optional Modules 
Two optional modules chosen from: 

Semester 2 Optional Modules 
One optional module chosen from: 
International Finance Accounting
Financial Derivatives  Investment Management 
Managerial Economics  Webonomics 
The Global Economy Advanced Mathematical and Statistical Methods

 

Download the Economics Undergraduate Module Specifications (pdf).

Please note that Module Specifications are subject to change. Please see the bottom of each report for the date it was last updated.

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The degree has been good from a personal development perspective as it allows me to be commercially aware of what is occurring in our global economy.

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Fees and Funding

Departmental Scholarships for UK/EU students

University of Leicester Scholarships for UK/EU students

Scholarships and Financial Assistance for international students

Tuition Fees

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