BSc (Hon) Economics (Major) with Finance

This degree allows students to understand how the economy and the financial system interact. The major in Economics equips students with analytical and cognitive skills to understand how economies function (macroeconomics) and how individuals make decisions (microeconomics) whilst the minor in Finance provides insights into financial institutions and markets. This combination provides an excellent platform for graduates to pursue a career in economics, finance and related industries. You will have the opportunity to gain analytical, computing, presentation, and writing skills, which are all highly sought after transferable skills across the industry. Economics (Major) with Finance highlights Global Opportunities Enhance your degree with international experiences through opportunities to study or work abroad. Programmes like Study USA, British Council, Erasmus, Study China, and International Workplace Tours offer invaluable exposure to global business environments. Additionally, City Scholarships and other initiatives open doors to unique cultural and professional experiences worldwide. Industry Links Our strong connections with leading companies provide top-performing students with exclusive prizes, scholarships, and internships. Notable awards include the McKane Medal which is awarded to the best final honours student in Economics. Career Development Economics with Finance students may take an optional placement year after their second year. Recent placements from students studying economics and business economics include: PwC, KPMG, Citi, Oxford Economics, Belfast City Council, First Derivatives, and Tayto Group Ltd. Students who complete this placement can have it formally recognised in their degree title, graduating with a "BSc Economics with Finance with Placement." This opportunity allows students to gain valuable real-world experience, enhancing their career prospects and practical understanding of economics.

A level requirements

ABB + GCSE Mathematics grade A/7

A maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award or AQA Extended Certificate will be accepted as part of an applicant's portfolio of qualifications with a Distinction being equated to a grade A at A-level and a Distinction being equated to a grade B at A-level.

Irish leaving certificate requirements

H3H3H3H3H3H3/H2H3H3H3H3 + if not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O2 in Mathematics

Access Course

Successful completion of Access Course with an average of 70% + GCSE Mathematics grade A/7 or equivalent in Access Course.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

33 points overall, including 6,5,5 at Higher Level + if not offered at Higher Level then Standard Level grade 6 in Mathematics or GCSE Mathematics grade A/7.

BTEC Level 3 Extended/National Extended Diploma

QCF BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits at Level 3), with overall grades DDD + GCSE Mathematics grade A/7.

RQF BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) at Level 3), with overall grades DDD + GCSE Mathematics grade A/7.

Graduate

A minimum of a 2:1 Honours Degree + GCSE Mathematics grade A/7.