If you want to understand how economies really work, our BSc Economics and Econometrics gives you the tools to do it. By combining the foundations of economics with advanced statistical and mathematical models, you’ll learn how to test theories against real-world data and make predictions that matter. These skills are the backbone of modern decision-making, whether in business, government or finance. You’ll study core areas of economics while also tailoring your degree through optional modules on topics such as international trade, financial economics and labour economics. This flexibility means you can explore different fields and discover where your strengths and interests lie. Beyond lectures, you’ll automatically join the Nottingham Economics and Finance Society (NEFS). It’s a student-led community offering networking opportunities, CV advice and extra training, helping you build connections and confidence from day one. Our graduates are highly sought after by leading employers, including EY, PwC, Deloitte, the Civil Service and KPMG. With expertise in data analysis, problem solving and policy evaluation, you’ll be prepared for careers in investment banking, actuarial science, consulting, public policy or further study. This course isn’t just about learning theory. It’s about mastering the analytical skills that will let you interpret the world, anticipate change and make an impact in whatever career you choose. Explore economics further by listening to our student hosted [The Econverse Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/5SRKZMmuT1ry75qGgJdlTg "Economics podcasts on Spotify"). **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](https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/social-sciences/study/placements/index.aspx "Placement opportunities") 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).
A Level: A*AA | Must include Mathematics. A*ABB for those taking four full A levels and completing them in the same year. | Scottish Higher: AAAAB | Must be combined with Scottish Advanced Highers. Maths must be taken as an Advanced Higher subject. | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma | 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. Must be combined with A level Maths. | Scottish Advanced Higher: AA | Must be combined with Scottish Highers. Maths must be taken as an Advanced Higher subject. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DD | Must be in engineering/science/business/construction/ICT plus one A level grade A* (the A level must be in maths) | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 36 UCAS points | Must include Higher Level Mathematics at 6. We will also accept 3 x Higher Level Certificates at 766 which must include Mathematics | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): D*DD | Must be in engineering/science/business/construction/ICT (must be combined with an A grade in A level maths) | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016): D | plus two A levels grades A*A (one of the A levels must be in maths) | Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015): A | Must be combined with A-Level grades A*A, must include Mathematics.
(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.
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