BSc Economics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Economics, an economics degree exploring economic systems, markets, and financial structures. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Project Management, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Marketing, Legal Analysis, Policy Analysis, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can choose a four-year full-time route including a placement year or a three-year full-time study option. The first year establishes fundamental concepts through compulsory modules such as Principles of Macroeconomics, Principles of Microeconomics, Quantitative Economics, and Foundations for Economists alongside a choice of optional subjects. The second year advances analytical abilities through compulsory study in Intermediate Macroeconomics, Intermediate Microeconomics, Introduction to Econometrics, and Sustainable Economic Development and Policy, while offering various optional topics. The final year centres on research and communication skills through compulsory modules such as Research and Communication Skills for Economists, complemented by a wide selection of optional modules covering advanced economic theory, finance, and contemporary policy issues.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA While no specific subjects are required, we prefer subjects which demonstrate a range of numerical, analytical and discursive abilities. These include: Biology, Business, Classical Civilisation, Chemistry, Economics, English Language/Literature, Geography, History, Languages, Law, Maths/Further Maths, Philosophy, Physics, Politics, Psychology, Religious Studies, and Sociology. In some circumstances we may ask applicants to achieve specific grades in certain subjects. IB: 37 (6,6,6 HL) BTEC: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: D*D*D BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: DD plus one A level at Grade A BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus two A levels at Grades AA If the BTEC is not in Business, then the A level should be in a preferred subject. Preferred BTEC: Business. Other BTEC subjects may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 81%: 740 offers from 911 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 73 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 130 students who started
- Continued on course: 97%
- Left higher education: 2%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 52 graduates who answered
- Working: 67%
- Working and studying: 9%
- Further study: 6%
- Unemployed: 9%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 41%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 21%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 12%
- Administrative occupations: 7%
- Information Technology Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 81%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 54%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 7%
- West Midlands: 10%
- East of England: 15%
- London: 39%
- South East: 19%
- South West: 4%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 185 students who started
- A levels: 97%
- Baccalaureate: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
- Other qualifications: 1%
- No formal qualifications: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route.
- Accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System.
- Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Principles of Macroeconomics
- Principles of Microeconomics
- Quantitative Economics
- Foundations for Economists
- Responsible Management Practice
- Data Analysis
- Statistics for Economics
- Foundation Maths for Quantitative Economics
- Introduction to Accounting
- Organisational Behaviour
- Principles of Law
- Politics and Government (10 credits)
- University-wide Language Programme
- Intermediate Macroeconomics
- Intermediate Microeconomics
- Introduction to Econometrics
- Sustainable Economic Development and Policy
- Introduction to Financial Economics
- International Economic Relations
- Economics of the Financial System
- History of Economic Thought
- The Economics of Social Issues
- Database Management
- Marketing
- The Future Workplace
- Human Resource Management
- Management Science Methods
- Company Law
- Financial Statements Analysis and Valuations
- Digital Marketing
- Accounting for Managers
- University-wide Language Programme
- Research and Communication Skills for Economists
- Applied Econometrics
- Developments in Microeconomics
- Developments in Macroeconomics
- International Money and Finance
- Financial Economics and Asset Pricing
- Behavioural Economics
- International Trade
- Environmental Economics
- Multinational Financial Management
- Decision and Efficiency Analysis
- Digital Organisations, AI and Society
- Leadership and Professional Development
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Industrial Economics
- Central Banking and Financial Crises
- Labour Economics
- Development Economics
- Corporate Finance and Derivatives
- Managerial Economics
- Behavioural Finance
- Corporate Governance
- Business Optimisation
- Project Management
- University-wide Language Programme
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Economics at Loughborough University earn?
The median salary is £35,000 after 15 months, £37,500 after 3 years, £52,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £38,500 and £67,000. The £52,000 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for Economics.
What do graduates of BSc Economics at Loughborough University do next?
82% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Economics at Loughborough University?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Economics at Loughborough University?
The typical offer is AAA at A level. The average entrant had 147 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Economics at Loughborough University?
81% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 740 offers from 911 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Economics at Loughborough University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route. Accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System. Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
How many students continue on BSc Economics at Loughborough University?
97% of students continued into their second year, and 2% left higher education.