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Economics

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 20 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
University Park Campus
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Course summary

Economics is not just about money. It’s about the choices we make and the effects of those choices on people, businesses, and governments. Our BSc Economics course covers the fundamentals of economics - macroeconomics, microeconomics, statistics, and data analysis. As you progress, you get more choice such as financial, political, behavioural or development economics.

From year one, we’ll support your career development. You’ll have automatic membership to the student-led Nottingham Economics and Finance Society (NEFS). They offer networking opportunities, CV advice, and additional training through their divisions.

This course will give you the analytical and problem-solving skills needed to evaluate complex issues and prepare you for careers in finance, consulting, public policy, or further study. We have a strong reputation for graduate outcomes, with past students going on to work for top employers including EY, PwC, Deloitte, the Civil Service and KPMG.

Explore economics further by listening to our student hosted The Econverse Podcast.

Why choose this course?

Course highlights

  • Study abroad opportunities at the university’s campuses in China or Malaysia or at partner universities in Australia or Canada.

  • Our Faculty Placement Programme helps you gain experience during term time.

  • You’ll access the annual management, consulting and finance careers fair, which connects you with top employers.

Proven results

  • We’re top 10 in the UK for economics (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026).

  • 90% of economics graduates were in sustained employment, further study or both five years after graduation (LEO data from 2022/23 tax year, published in 2025).

Modules

Course Modules

For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page

https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Economics-BSc-Hons.html

Assessment method

For detailed information about the course assessment methods please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Economics-BSc-Hons.html

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park Campus

Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 20 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
L100
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Points of Entry:
Year 1

University of Nottingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
A*AA-AAA

The standard offer is A*AA, reduced to AAA if the applicant is taking A level Maths.

A*ABB for those taking four full A levels and completing them in the same year, reduced to AABB if taking A level Maths.

GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade A (numeric grade 7), unless taking it at A level.

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Scottish Higher
AAAAB-AAABB

Must be combined with Scottish Advanced Highers.

AAABB if with Higher Maths.

GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade A (numeric grade 7), unless taking it at A level.

Access to HE Diploma

Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are: Access to HE Diploma 42 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus three Level 3 credits at Merit.

Scottish Advanced Higher
AA

Must be combined with Scottish Highers.

GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade A (numeric grade 7), unless taking it at A level.

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

Must be combined with one A level. BTEC's in Engineering or Science or combined with A level Maths will receive a reduced offer of Dist* Dist + A . BTEC's in Business, Construction or ICT will receive an offer of Dist Dist + A*.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
36-34

The standard offer is 36, reduced to 34 if the applicant is taking Higher Level Maths.

We will also accept 3 x Higher Level Certificates at 766, reduced to 666 if taking Higher Level Maths.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A

Must be combined with A-Level grades A*A, reduced to AA if taking A level Mathematics.

GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade A (numeric grade 7), unless taking it at A level.

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

BTEC's accepted in Business, Construction, ICT, Engineering or Science.

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

Must be combined with two A levels. BTEC's in Engineering or Science or with A level Maths will receive an offer of Dist + AA. All other subjects will receive an offer of Dist + A*A.

GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade A (numeric grade 7), unless taking it at A level. B in GCSE Mathematics + C in AS/Core Maths is acceptable in lieu of GCSE Maths grade 7/A. International Baccalaureate Diploma Maths at Standard Level Grade 6 or Higher Level Grade 4 accepted in Lieu of GCSE Maths.

LIBF Diploma in Financial Studies grade A must be combined with A-Level grades A*A, reduced to AA if taking Mathematics.

Applicants to this course may be eligible for our Additional Qualifications Offer Reduction Scheme. If you achieve a grade A in an EPQ, Core Maths*, IB Extended Essay or additional AS level qualification* then you will receive a one grade reduced offer for this course.

Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer or receive an alternative offer based on taking four A levels, your additional qualification will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

  • Additional eligibility requirements apply. View further details on this scheme.
    https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/articles/applying/entry-requirements.html

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5(no less than 6.0 in any element) As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details. For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations. If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK. If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.

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

International entry requirements

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Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
EU & InternationalTBC
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£10050*

* 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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