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Economics and Finance BSc (Hons)

Lancaster University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-OCT-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

How do stock markets work? What is the link between exchange rates and interest rates? How do betting markets operate?Our BSc in Economics and Finance provides you with the analytical skills and intellectual toolbox to help answer these pressing questions and many more. You will learn how to interpret data, understand (and quantify) the decisions made by individuals, organisations, and governments and evaluate economic policies.


Programme overview

BSc Economics and Finance combines the broad sweep and critical thinking of Economics with a focus on the markets and investing of Finance. The programme is flexible after the first year of your studies, allowing you to choose modules based on your strengths and interests as they evolve. You’ll benefit from our specialist careers coaching throughout your degree which is designed to prepare you for the career you want.You will learn from leading academic researchers and expert practitioners in Economics and Finance, and you will begin by learning the foundations of Finance theory and methodology, and the fundamentals of Economics.Your first year includes the modules Accounting and Finance, Quantitative Methods for Economics, and Principles of Economics A. These will introduce you to the key principles of both fields and are designed to give you solid foundations for the remainder of your degree.In your second year, you will learn about Asset Pricing, Financial Accounting and Econometrics, amongst other topics.In your final year, you choose all your modules. This might lead you to choose modules in- Game Theory- Portfolio Management- Financial Markets- Monetary MacroeconomicsAmongst many other specialisations.Alongside these academic modules and throughout all three years of your study, you will have modules on careers and employability led by our Careers Coaches. These are designed to prepare you for interviews and internships and to show you what careers will be available to you.Throughout your studies, you will be led by academics at the frontier of financial research. Our researchers work on major European projects, including investigating how to apply artificial intelligence to banking, and on the art, precision and effectiveness of factor investing and hedge fund strategies. We have developed strong links with the Bank of England, top asset management companies, financial regulators and economists across the world. Our connections with Invesco allow us to deliver joint conferences and seminars, providing you with insights from both top academics and industry professionals.


Key facts

You do not need an A level in Economics to enrol in any of our degrees, although the BSc Economics does require A level Maths.Throughout your degree, we’ll supply training in CV writing, interview assessment centres and telephone interviews. We are proud of our aspiring economists and aim to nurture the potential in every one of them.BSc Economics and Finance is also available as a four-year programme with a year in industry.


Programme outcomes

Employers highly value our Economics and Finance degrees. Graduates from this programme work as economists in the public sector and academia, but also banking, professional services, international business and international organisations.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

£ 24,475per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : AAB

Subject requirement: B in A level Mathematics

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University information

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

  • University League Table

    10th

  • Campus address

    Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW, England

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Lancaster's community consists of students from over 100 countries, giving students the chance to make lifelong connections that cross borders and cultures.
The university offers wellbeing, financial, careers and visa application support for international students.
Multiple international societies help bring people together to celebrate and share culture.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Accounting & Finance

    17th out of 103 3

    16th out of 79 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    140 62%

    32nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    21st

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.23 81%

    29th

    3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    146 64%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    18th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 79%

    17th

    41

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