BSc Economics and Finance
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Economics and Finance, an economics and accounting and finance degree centred on the study of economic systems, financial markets and quantitative methods. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Marketing, Legal Analysis, Policy Analysis, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurship, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can choose to study this course over four years with an integrated placement year or complete it in three years full-time. The first year covers core foundations through compulsory modules such as Principles of Macroeconomics, Principles of Microeconomics, Quantitative Economics, Foundations for Economists, Responsible Management Practice, Data Analysis, and Statistics for Economics, alongside optional choices like Introduction to Accounting and Principles of Law. The second year advances analytical abilities through compulsory study in Intermediate Macroeconomics, Intermediate Microeconomics, Introduction to Econometrics, Introduction to Financial Economics, and Sustainable Economic Development and Policy, while offering options such as Marketing and Company Law. The final year deepens expertise via compulsory modules including Financial Economics and Asset Pricing, Corporate Finance and Derivatives, and Research and Communication Skills for Economists. Optional modules across various stages allow further exploration in areas such as Applied Econometrics, Behavioural Economics, International Trade, and Project Management.
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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.
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What students say
Based on about 26 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 73%
- Learning opportunities: 71%
- Assessment and feedback: 60%
- Academic support: 81%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 73%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 75 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 93%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 35%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 14%
- Administrative occupations: 7%
- Information Technology Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 20%
- East of England: 20%
- London: 35%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 80 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 94%
- Baccalaureate: 4%
- Other qualifications: 3%
Accreditation & quality ratings
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
- University-wide Language Programme
- Intermediate Macroeconomics
- Intermediate Microeconomics
- Introduction to Econometrics
- Introduction to Financial Economics
- Sustainable Economic Development and Policy
- 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
- Financial Economics and Asset Pricing
- Corporate Finance and Derivatives
- Research and Communication Skills for Economists
- Applied Econometrics
- Developments in Microeconomics
- International Money and Finance
- Behavioural Economics
- International Trade
- Developments in Macroeconomics
- Environmental Economics
- Multinational Financial Management
- Decision and Efficiency Analysis
- Digital Organisations, AI and Society
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Industrial Economics
- Central Banking and Financial Crises
- Labour Economics
- Development Economics
- Managerial Economics
- Behavioural Finance
- Corporate Governance
- Business Optimisation
- Project Management
- Rethinking Leadership: Theory and Practice
- University-wide Language Programme
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Economics and Finance at Loughborough University earn?
The median salary is £32,500 after 15 months, £43,000 after 3 years, £64,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £50,000 and £83,000. The £64,500 median after five years is £16,000 more than the UK median for Economics.
What do graduates of BSc Economics and Finance at Loughborough University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Economics and Finance at Loughborough University?
73% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Economics and Finance at Loughborough University?
The typical offer is AAA at A level. The average entrant had 135 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Economics and Finance at Loughborough University?
93% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.