BSc Economics and Statistics
About this course
BSc (Econ) in Economics and Statistics, a degree in mathematics and statistics and economics focused on quantitative analysis. Core topics include Statistics and Mathematical Modelling. Run jointly with the Department of Economics, the course combines economic theory with mathematical and statistical methods. The first year covers foundational principles through Calculus and Linear Algebra, Introduction to Probability and Statistics, and Economics 1 (Combined Studies). The second year advances quantitative study with modules such as Quantitative Economics and Econometrics, Regression Modelling, and Probability and Inference. In the final year, students select from a broad range of optional topics including International Trade, Economics of Labour, and Stochastic Methods in Finance.
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Entry requirements
A level: A*AA (A* in Mathematics required. Further Mathematics preferred. If you are studying both then the A* can be in either subject. Other preferred subjects include Chemistry, Economics, Physics and Statistics.) IB: 39 points (A total of 19 points in three higher level subjects including grade 7 in Mathematics, with no higher level score below 5. The programme will accept either ‘Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches’ or ‘Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation’ at higher level. Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Economics, Physics and Statistics preferred.)
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 55%: 39 offers from 71 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Further study: 25%
- Unemployed: 20%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 25%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 20%
- Information Technology Professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 60%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 13%
- London: 67%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 90%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) for the purpose of eligibility for Graduate Statistician status.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Economics 1 (Combined Studies)
- Calculus and Linear Algebra
- Calculus in Several Dimensions
- Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- Further Probability and Statistics
- Introduction to Practical Statistics
- Applied Economics
- The World Economy
- Quantitative Economics and Econometrics
- Advanced Linear Algebra
- Economics 2 (Combined Studies)
- Probability and Inference
- Regression Modelling
- Introduction to Stochastic Processes
- Decision and Risk
- Statistical Design and Data Ethics
- International Trade
- Economics of Labour
- Economics of Finance
- Economics of Tax Policy
- Introduction to Stochastic Processes
- Statistical Inference
- Stochastic Systems
- Forecasting
- Decision and Risk
- Stochastic Methods in Finance
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Economics and Statistics at University College London earn?
The median salary is £38,500 after 15 months, £45,000 after 3 years, £64,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £50,500 and £102,500. The £64,000 median after five years is £21,000 more than the UK median for Statistics.
What do graduates of BSc Economics and Statistics at University College London do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Economics and Statistics at University College London?
90% 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 Statistics at University College London?
The typical offer is A*AA at A level, or 39 points in the IB. The average entrant had 179 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Economics and Statistics at University College London?
55% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 39 offers from 71 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Economics and Statistics at University College London accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) for the purpose of eligibility for Graduate Statistician status.
How many students continue on BSc Economics and Statistics at University College London?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.