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Economics

Course details
  • BSc Econ H
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Site
Awarded by:
Queen Mary, University of London

Course summary

Economics is all about untangling how the world works – and how to make it a better place.

Are you curious about worldwide current affairs – climate change, inequality, struggling healthcare system, and the ageing population? Join us to use economic insights to create solutions that support communities worldwide.

Our degree aligns with what you experience in the real world. . Explore everything from inflation and unemployment to the behaviour and motivations of individuals and companies. You’ll learn from a dynamic teaching team that actively shapes policies and influences public debate through cutting-edge research.

Situated close to London’s bustling financial hubs – the City and Canary Wharf – we regularly welcome guest lecturers to our campus to discuss contemporary subjects like digital currencies, payment trends, and beyond, sharing expertise and insights.

This degree offers professional training in economics, providing an excellent basis for employment in the private or state sector or for further academic study.

Shape your future

We’ll help you master the quantitative techniques you need to investigate relationships between economic variables. Throughout your studies, you’ll have access to our Bloomberg trading room. Here you’ll use the same economic and financial data used by practitioners in industry.

Modules

YEAR 1

Foundations of Finance
Economics and Finance in Action
Macroeconomics 1
Mathematical Methods in Economics and Finance
Microeconomics 1
Principles of Economics
Statistical Methods in Economics
World Economy
Personal and Career Development Plan 1

Disclaimer
The programme structure shown is for prospective/new students and may vary for existing students.
Please note that all modules are subject to change.

Assessment method

Assessment typically includes a combination of coursework (presentations, assignments, essay report writing, in-class tests, research and project work) and/or examinations in January and May/June.

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:
L100
Institution code:
Q50
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAA

To include A level Mathematics. Excluded subjects - General Studies, Critical Thinking and Use of Mathematics.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Queen Mary University of London welcomes applications from students currently studying Level 3 BTEC qualifications and will consider you for entry to the majority of our undergraduate courses. The typical entry requirements will vary according to the course you are applying for. Some of our courses require specific subject knowledge which you may not be able to cover as part of a Level 3 BTEC qualification and we may therefore require additional Level 3 qualifications to ensure that you are suitably prepared for relevant courses. A small number of our courses do not accept BTEC qualifications for entry, either as a standalone qualification, or in combination with other qualifications at Level 3. Information on our typical entry requirements and guidance for applying can be found at http://www.qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry/btec/ If you are at all unsure about the acceptability of your BTEC qualification for entry, please contact the Admissions team for individual advice (admissions@qmul.ac.uk).

Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits

We consider applications from students with the Access to Higher Education Diploma. The minimum academic requirement is to achieve 60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction, and 15 credits at Merit or higher. Applications are considered on a case by case basis. Applicants will also be expected to achieve, or have already achieved, A level Mathematics at grade A.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 36 points

6,6,6 in HL subjects, to include a minimum of 6 in SL Mathematics, if not being studied at HL. We will consider either Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation or Mathematics: Analysis and approaches at Higher Level. Excludes Maths Studies.

Extended Project

We consider applications from students offering an EPQ and may make an alternative offer to include three A levels, one grade lower than our usual requirement, along with a specific grade in the EPQ. For further information please visit: qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/entry/epq

GCSE/National 4/National 5

A minimum of five GCSE passes to include English at grade B or 5 and Maths grade B or 5 or an acceptable equivalent will be required.

English language requirements

All applicants to Queen Mary must show they meet a minimum academic English language standard for admission and to be successful on the course. Please refer to the website below for details on our English Language requirements by course and acceptable alternative qualifications. You will also find important information regarding UKVI's English requirements if you are applying as an international student and will require a Student Visa to enter the UK.

Queen Mary University of London: English Language Requirements https://www.qmul.ac.uk/international-students/englishlanguagerequirements/undergraduate-and-postgraduate-programmes/

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.

Our Standard contextual offer: Grades ABB at A-Level (grade A in Mathematics required)

Our Enhanced contextual offer: Grades BBB at A-Level (including Mathematics)

Please note that General Studies and Critical Thinking are excluded from any A-Level offer and cannot be considered.

More information on our contextual offer criteria can be found on our contexualised admissions page below.

Learn more on the Queen Mary University of London 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.

Data from:
This course
Date range:
2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

84% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.

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Student Outcomes

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50 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

85 Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9535*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535*Year 1
Scotland£9535*Year 1
Wales£9535*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

Please visit and search for your chosen course on our A-Z course finder at http://search.qmul.ac.uk/s/search.html?collection=queenmary-coursefinder-undergraduate&query=&sort=title - here you will find further details on fees and funding.
Please also visit our A-Z course finder to view the amount of fee you would need to pay if you are an International fee paying student.

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