Learn how our economic decisions affect others, and how business and financial institutions' choices can affect our society. This BSc Economics degree gives you an in-depth understanding of economic theory, and the skills you need to work in sectors like finance, commerce and industry. As a member of the Russell Group, cutting-edge research conducted by academics in the department feed into your modules. Our FinLab provides experience and training in the analysis of financial data. It includes a suite of Bloomberg terminals, used by traders. **Key Features of this course:** This flexible course has 3 separate pathways you can choose after the first year. These have slightly different module selections. The pathways are: - Economics - this is the default pathway, which will give you a rounded education in the subject. - Econometrics - focuses on the quantitative methods in economics, providing the relevant statistical tools you'll need to analyse economic data and policy. - Behavioural economics - with an additional focus on explaining and predicting human behaviour, and using these insights to evaluate and design economic policy. You'll also have the freedom to shape your studies by choosing optional modules to suit your interests or career plans. You could choose international banking, risk management or public economics, for example. **Student Support** You’ll be allocated a Personal Academic Tutor (PAT), who will be with you throughout your time at the University of Southampton and can offer tailored careers advice. **Further information** Our BSc Economics course is a three-year. You can find further information on our course page. The Department of Economics is based at Highfield Campus, our oldest and largest campus, located close to Southampton Common. It's the academic heart of our University and home to social events, sports facilities and our Students' Union.
A Level: AAB | Typical offer: AAB including Mathematics If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A-level offer: ABB including Mathematics plus grade A in the EPQ. Offers typically exclude General Studies, Use of Mathematics and Critical Thinking. | Scottish Higher | We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4" | Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF): DD | DD in the BTEC Diploma plus B in A level Mathematics | Access to HE Diploma: 39 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 6 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | Typical offer: 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 of which 39 credits must be at Distinction and 6 credits at Merit. Mathematics must be studied to level 3, A-level standard to be considered. | GCSE/National 4/National 5 Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) | Scottish Advanced Higher | Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact the Faculty of Social, Human and Mathematical Sciences Admissions Office at ugapply.fshms@southampton.ac.uk for more information. Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4 | Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF): DDD | DDD in the BTEC Extended Diploma plus B in A level Mathematics If you are studying a BTEC Extended Diploma (DDD) you will also need an additional A Level in Mathematics (grade B). However, we can accept an Engineering BTEC Extended Diploma without the additional A Level requirement. | Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF): D | D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AB from two A levels including Mathematics. | Extended Project: A | The University of Southampton values the Extended Project Qualification. Applicants taking the EPQ in addition to three A levels, will also be made an alternative offer one grade below the standard offer, conditional on an A grade in the EPQ. For more information on the University of Southampton’s EPQ Admissions Policy, please see our EPQ Admissions Policy webpage. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 34 UCAS points | Typical offer: Pass, with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level, including grade 5 in ‘Analysis and Approaches’ or ‘Applications and Interpretation’ International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information. | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: A | AAB from three A levels including Mathematics or AB from two A levels including Mathematics and A from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDD | DDD in the BTEC National Extended Diploma plus B in A level Mathematics If you are studying a BTEC National Extended Diploma (DDD) you will also need an additional A Level in Mathematics (grade B). However, we can accept an Engineering BTEC National Extended Diploma without the additional A Level requirement. | Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017): H1H2H2H2H2H2 | Typical offer: H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 including Mathematics at H2 | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016): D | D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AB from two A levels including Mathematics. | Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal: D3D3M2 | Typical offer: D3 D3 M2 in three Principal subjects including Mathematics at M2 Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer
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You will study various topics covering the fundamental aspects of Economics. You can choose between a number of 'pathways' through the degree, to reflect your background and interests. Module choices in year one depend on whether you have studied economics at A level. Some of the modules you may study include Principles of Macroeconomics; Econometrics with Big Data; Behavioural Economics. Please see the course page online for a list of core and optional modules: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/economics-degree-bsc#modules
Please see our website for further details and updates regarding tuition fees. We anticipate that international tuition fee levels for 2027 entry will be confirmed in August 2026. — UG 2027 Entry - Home Confirmed, International TBC
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