Course summary
Overview Studying BSc (Econ) (Hons) Economics, Finance and Banking at the University of Portsmouth London campus means that you will be studying at a TEF Gold Rated University and a Top 5 Young University* in one of the best connected and affordable London Boroughs in London (Walthamstow). We offer you an industry based degree that is designed to give you unique career opportunities. What is completely different and unique about this degree is that your timetable is fixed from day one of your study until when you graduate and it will never change, so you will know exactly which afternoons or mornings of the week you are expected to attend. So, you can plan your life, work and studies accordingly. The Open Days at the London Campus vary to those held in Portsmouth. For more information and to book, please visit our website - https://london.port.ac.uk/events Located in the vibrant heart of Walthamstow, our campus is less than a minute’s walk from both the tube and bus stations, offering unparalleled access to all of London. The course offers:
- Experience in authentic, real-world assessments designed to tackle industry challenges, plus interactive learning methods such as debates, teamwork activities, and games - turning theory into practical knowledge in a unique and memorable way.
- Opportunities to build connections through guest lectures from sector specialists, especially in finance. Additionally, talks from local businesses to give you a first-hand look at the industry in action, providing invaluable insights and networking opportunities.
- Engagement with academic concepts outside the classroom to put theory into practice on local fields trips.
- The chance to work with real business data from the UK Government's annual budget, the Bank of England, and some of the largest global banking and financial services organisations.
Modules
Year 1 Core modules in this year include:
- Introduction to Finance, Accounting and Banking (20 credits)
- Issues in Economics (20 credits)
- Macroeconomics (20 credits)
- Mathematics for Economics (20 credits)
- Microeconomics (20 credits)
- Statistics for Economics (20 credits)
- Corporate Financial Management (20 credits)
- Data and Research Methods for Economics (20 credits)
- Economics of Money, Banking and Financial Markets (20 credits)
- Intermediate Economics (20 credits)
- Behavioural and Experimental Economics (20 credits)
- Business Strategy and Economic Policy for Sustainable Development (20 credits)
- Econometric Methods (20 credits)
- International Economics (20 credits)
- Investment Analysis (20 credits)
- Managerial and Decision Economics (20 credits)
- Psychology and Altruism in Economics and Finance (20 credits)
- Study Abroad 120 Credits (Year Long) (120 credits)
- Financial Economics (20 credits)
- International Banking and Financial Instruments (20 credits)
- Advanced Corporate Financial Management (20 credits)
- Advanced Economics (20 credits)
- Behavioural Finance and the Psychology of Investment (20 credits)
- Crime, Conflict and Terrorism (20 credits)
- Econometric Analysis (20 credits)
- Economics and Finance of Sport (20 credits)
- Economics Consultancy Project (20 credits)
- Economics Research Project (40 credits)
- Energy and Environmental Economics (20 credits)
- Financial Investment Project (20 credits)
- Independent Study Project (20 credits)
- Market Economics and Business Strategy (20 credits)
- Public Policies and Labour Markets (20 credits)
Assessment method
Your assessment will depend on which modules you take. Assessment methods are likely to include:
- written reports
- oral presentations
- portfolios
- exams
How to apply
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Year 3 acceptability - can only accept applicants from AACSB recognised institutions
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 - 104 points
A level - BCC - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM - MMM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 27 - 28 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H4, H4, H4, H4 - H3, H3, H3, H4, H4
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - M
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5. |
Cambridge English Advanced | Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162. | |
Cambridge English Proficiency | Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) (taken after January 2015). An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162. | |
PTE Academic | 62 | An overall score of 62 with a minimum of 59 in each skill. |
TOEFL (iBT) | 79 | 79 with a minimum of 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing. |
Trinity ISE | Pass | Trinity College Integrated Skills in English (ISE) Level III with a Pass in all 4 components. |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9535 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
EU | £9535 | Year 1 |
International | £17200 | Year 1 |
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
Provider information
University of Portsmouth
University House
Winston Churchill Avenue
Portsmouth
PO1 2UP