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Industrial Economics with a Placement Year

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Sandwich
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
University Park Campus
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2026-2027
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Course summary

How can companies remain competitive in a crowded marketplace?

How do they decide how much to invest in research and development? How do regulatory systems impact profit margins, innovation and growth?

Our BSc Industrial Economics will uncover the answers to these questions and more, giving you an understanding of the complex relationships between economics and global business practices. You will examine a company, take an in-depth look at its structure, markets, competitors and external economic environment.

You can follow your interests and career aspirations by selecting from a wide range of optional modules alongside your core subjects.

By undertaking a Placement Year you will receive additional workshops in your first and second years, alongside professional advice from our dedicated Placements Team.

You will spend year three in industry applying your skills in real world business environments.

You can apply for placements available to students on your course or can agree your own placement with an appropriate company. During your placement year, you remain fully registered with the University, with regular meetings with our dedicated Placements Team.

Our Placements Team, and Careers and Employability Service will support you throughout this entire process. For further information visit the Business School placements website or contact nubsplacements@nottingham.ac.uk to find out more.

Please note: In order to undertake an optional placement year, you will need to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the university and meet any requirements specified by the placement host. There is no guarantee that you will be able to undertake an placement as part of your course

Why choose this course?

  • Four-year option - available as a four-year programme including a placement year

  • Accredited by Chartered Insurance Institute

  • Study abroad - opportunities to study abroad at the university's campuses in China or Malaysia or in locations such as Australia, Sweden and the USA

  • Gain digital skills - industry-recognised Microsoft and SAP certifications at significant discounts from the open market rate

  • Close to the top employers - development and employability programmes bring you closer to top employers, including Deloitte, HSBC, PwC and Unilever

  • Triple accredited - Nottingham University Business School is EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB accredited and recognised as an ICAEW Partner in Learning

Your Campus Jubilee Campus has eco-friendly buildings, alongside green spaces, wildlife and a lake. This campus is home to our business, education and computer science schools, as well as a sports centre and student accommodation

Modules

For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/ugstudy/course/Industrial-Economics-BSc

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Sandwich • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 21/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
L1ND
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
L1ND
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAA

See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*DD

In any subject. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Access to HE Diploma - D: 36 credits M: 9 credits

in any subject. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Scottish Higher - AAABB

Must be combined with Scottish Advanced Highers. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D

in any subject combined with a GCE A Level. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D

in any subject combined with two GCE A Levels. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

Scottish Advanced Higher - AA

Must be combined with Scottish Highers. See below for GCSE and English requirements.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points

See below for GCSE and English requirements. We will also accept 3 x Higher Level Certificates at 666

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales - A

Only accepted alongside A-Level grades BB GCSE requirements - English Maths Grade C/4

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M1, M1

See below for GCSE and English requirements.

A Level requirements
All applications: Your qualification profile should not contain more than one qualification in the same subject area.

GCSE requirements
Home students: English Language or Literature grade 4 (alphabetic grade C), Mathematics grade 6 (alphabetic grade B)

If Maths condition not met:
C in A Level Maths/AS level Maths/Core Maths or Further Maths acceptable in lieu of GCSE Maths.

EU/International students: Mathematics grade 6 (alphabetic grade B), IELTS 6.5 overall, minimum 6.0 in any element or equivalent. Contact institution for more information.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.

We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
Republic of Ireland£9790*Year 1
Channel Islands£9790*Year 1
EU£24700*Year 1
England£9790*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790*Year 1
Scotland£9790*Year 1
Wales£9790*Year 1
International£24700*Year 1

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202627/undergraduate.aspx

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