Shape the future with our industry-focused economics degree. It combines practical, industry-relevant insights and analytical skills, preparing graduates for high-impact careers in policy, finance or corporate strategy.
This course is designed for students eager to understand how economics shapes policy, markets and financial systems. Learn economic theory, data analysis, international trade, digital economics, behavioural economics and health economics.
Gain core expertise in microeconomics, macroeconomics, contemporary topics in economics, public economics, policy analysis and quantitative methods.
Apply theory to real-world challenges in business, international trade and policy.
Develop critical thinking and analytical skills sought by top employers.
Hone industry-relevant skills through economics games, specialist econometrics training and research support in our Economics Lab.
Why should I study this course
Access Bloomberg Terminals, LSEG, Fitch Connect and other real-world data platforms (embedded in modules), giving you practical experience with tools used by economists and financial analysts.
Access maths and statistics support through drop-in sessions and bookable appointments at the sigma Centre.
Benefit from embedded career and optional enterprise support, helping you refine your CV, network with experts, or even start your own business.
Enrich your student experience by becoming a member of a student-led society such as the Economics Society, the Investment Society and the Coventry Business Club Society.
Network with like-minded professionals and visit key financial institutions, which have previously included Bloomberg, Cooper Parry Wealth and Fidelity International.
Engage in industry-informed assessments and simulations embedded throughout the course, aimed at developing your skills in policy and economic analysis, business strategy and financial decision-making.
This course includes a sandwich (placement year) option.
For the most update to date course details, please visit our website.
Year One
This course has a common first year which is shared across finance and economics courses allowing you to gain a broad grounding in the discipline before going on, in the second and third years, to specialist modules in your chosen field.
We want your degree to fit around you, so upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements).
Common first year courses:
Banking and Finance BSc (Hons)
Business and Finance BSc (Hons)
Business Economics BSc (Hons)
Finance and Investment BSc (Hons)
Financial Economics BSc (Hons)
Global Financial Planning BSc (Hons)
Year One Modules
Principles of Economics - 30 Credits
Quantitative and Academic Skills - 30 Credits
Ethics, Sustainability and Entrepreneurship - 30 Credits
Principles of Finance - 30 Credits
Year Two
Applied Econometrics and Research Skills - 30 Credits
Intermediate Microeconomics - 30 Credits
Intermediate Macroeconomics - 30 Credits
International Trade and Economic Development - 30 Credits
Placement Year
There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future.
If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement.
Final Year
Advanced Microeconomics and Macroeconomics - 30 Credits
Undergraduate Project - 30 Credits
Advanced Topics in Economics - 30 Credits
AI Enchanced Further Econometrics - 30 Credits [Choose one from two modules]
Public Economics and Policy Analysis - 30 Credits [Choose one from two modules]
For more information about what you will study, please visit our website.
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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9790* | |
| EU & International | £17600* |
* 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.
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