Skip navigation
You are viewing our beta course page.

Economics

Course details
  • BSc Econ H
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Site

Course summary

Elevate your understanding of the world with our dynamic Economics course. At Royal Holloway, we offer more than just a degree; we provide a transformative educational experience that equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of global economies.

Dive deep into economic theories, financial markets, and policy analysis. Our comprehensive curriculum ensures you gain a solid foundation in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, empowering you to decipher the forces shaping societies and markets.

Whether you aspire to work in finance, public policy, or international development, our Economics course opens doors to a myriad of opportunities. Join us and embark on a journey where your passion for understanding economies transforms into a powerful career.

Working with leading researchers, you will learn to dissect economic trends, conduct robust data analysis, and make informed decisions that drive success for businesses, governments, and non-profit organisations. You will be trained to use market-leading software, including python and R, and be offered the opportunity to work toward certifications in each. Students benefit from our newly created data lab facilities.

Learn from accomplished faculty members who are not only experts in their fields but also dedicated mentors invested in your academic and professional success.

This course is accredited by CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) and on completion you'll be able to apply for 4 exemptions.

  • Learn the most recent in-demand quantitative skills.

  • Understand how decisions are how policy shapes our world.

  • Develop analytical skills to prepare you for your chosen career.

  • Opportunity to undertake a placement Year in Business.

Modules

Please refer to our website for information: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/undergraduate/economics/economics/

Assessment method

Your course will be assessed by a combination of examinations and in-course assignments in the form of essays or presentations.

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:
L101
Institution code:
R72
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - ABB - BBB

Required subjects: GCSE Maths grade A or 7 to meet the Maths requirement for this course. Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants.

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

In a relevant subject plus GCSE Maths grade A or 7.

Access to HE Diploma - D: 27 credits M: 18 credits

In a relevant subject plus Maths GCSE grade A or 7.

Scottish Higher - AABBB

Including Maths.

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

In a relevant subject plus A-level grade B and GCSE Maths grade A or 7.

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

Plus A-level grades BB including Maths or A-level grades BB and GCSE Maths grade A or 7.

Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - DDD

In a relevant subject plus GCSE Maths grade A or 7.

Scottish Advanced Higher - ABB - BBB

Including Maths

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points

6,5,5 at Higher Level subjects OR a minimum of 32 points overall with either 5 SL Maths: Analysis & Approaches or 5 HL Maths: Applications & Interpretation

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H3, H3, H3

Including H3 Maths.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

Applicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

We require English Language at grade 4/C and Grade A or 7 is required in GCSE Mathematics.

Combinations of qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, please contact us on admissions.enquiries@rhul.ac.uk to discuss your situation.

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.

At Royal Holloway, we know every student approaches university with different experiences and backgrounds. We look at each application individually, and different factors can affect the exact offer a student receives. For instance, our contextual offer scheme means students from disadvantaged socio-economic background can receive a different offer. For full details please see our website.

Learn more on the Royal Holloway, 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

94% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

How do you compare?

See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

55 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

83 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
EU£26800Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9535*Year 1
England£9535*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535*Year 1
Scotland£9535*Year 1
Wales£9535*Year 1
Channel Islands£9535*Year 1
International£26800Year 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

Home (UK) students tuition fee per year*: £9,535

EU and international students tuition fee per year**: £26,800

Other essential costs***: There are no single associated costs greater than £50 per item on this course.

*The tuition fee for Home (UK) undergraduates is controlled by Government regulations. This figure is the fee for the academic year 2025/26 and is shown as a guide. The fee for the academic year 2026/27 has not yet been announced.

**This figure is the fee for EU and international students on this course in the academic year 2026/27.

Royal Holloway reserves the right to increase tuition fees annually for all students. For further information see: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/studying-here/fees-and-funding/

*** These estimated costs relate to studying this particular degree at Royal Holloway during the 2026/27 academic year. Costs, such as accommodation, food, books and other learning materials and printing, have not been included.

Like this page