Economics with Foundation Year | University of Plymouth

Course summary

Prepare for success as a financial analyst, consultant, policymaker, or entrepreneur with our modern economics course. Our foundation year will help to build your skills, knowledge and oconfidence ready to take on the full BSc (Hons) degree.

Outstanding student satisfaction
Ranked top-ten nationally in multiple areas of student experience, including engaging teaching, fair assessment and mental health support (National Student Survey 2024*).

Gain hands-on experience with industry tools
Train on cutting-edge platforms like Bloomberg and DataStream, so you can step into your career with practical skills that finance employers value from day one.

Flexible and personalised study
Tailor your degree to match your interests and career goals with diverse electives and the option to specialise in financial economics – whether you're aiming for a future in international trade, finance, or broader economic fields.

This course is for you if...

you want to understand how the world operates economically and explore related issues
you enjoy challenges, solving complex problems and making sense of data
you like working with professional finance resources
you are aiming for an exciting career in finance, consultancy and beyond

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:: L105
Institution code:: P60

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Sponsorship information

At Plymouth Business School, we believe ambition deserves opportunity. The Business of Success Scholarship (BOSS) is designed to recognise and support 50 aspiring Business School undergraduate students who are ready to make their mark. This exclusive scholarship offers £2,000 to help you reach the top.