Course Summary
The Economics BSc Honours with Foundation Year at Middlesex University is a tailored programme for students who need additional academic preparation before embarking on their degree journey. This pathway ensures you develop key skills, such as critical thinking, data analysis, and communication, alongside foundational knowledge in economics and business. Upon progressing to the degree, you'll explore topics like financial markets, econometrics, and behavioural economics, preparing you for a career in finance, government, or business.
Why Study This Course at Middlesex?
Choosing this course at Middlesex means benefiting from our 145 years of excellence in delivering professional and creative education. The foundation year offers a supportive learning environment where expert tutors guide you through essential economic and academic concepts. Our strong industry connections provide opportunities for placements and internships, while our advisory board of economists and industry professionals ensures the curriculum is aligned with real-world demands. With cutting-edge resources and a focus on applying economic theory to practical business contexts, Middlesex sets you on a path to success.
What You Will Gain
You’ll graduate with a strong understanding of economics, underpinned by analytical and decision-making skills that are highly sought after by employers. The course equips you to interpret and apply data, think strategically, and communicate effectively. You'll gain proficiency in statistical software like Excel and Stata and learn to produce professional business reports. The foundation year sets the stage for your degree and beyond, enabling you to confidently tackle advanced economic theories and practical challenges in industries like finance, government, and the voluntary sector.
Modules
For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-year-in-economics/
This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Middlesex University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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The following entry points are available for this course:
Entry requirements listed are accurate at the time of publishing and vary between programmes. Please check your chosen course page for specific entry requirements. Depending on your chosen course, we also consider a combination of qualifications. The latest entry requirements can be found on the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-year-in-economics/
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | With at least 17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading |
| PTE Academic | 51 | With at least 51 in all components |
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