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Economics and Mathematics at Durham University - UCAS

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Course summary

Course details From developing your knowledge of core economic theory and high-level mathematics and statistics to addressing the challenges associated with real-world data, this BSc will arm you with the tools you need to make effective decisions in our data-driven world. The course explores the intricacies of economic analysis with an emphasis on resource allocation efficiency and effectiveness, while also offering the opportunity to tailor your learning to specialise in a specific area of mathematics or statistics. The BSc in Economics and Mathematics cultivates critical thinking, analytical prowess, problem-solving and logical reasoning. It serves as a gateway to a wide range of career options including the financial sector, policymaking, education and international development. Why Durham University? Natural Sciences is a challenging and rewarding choice for science students who wish to study more than one subject. Taught by discipline specialists this course brings together the complementary fields of economics and mathematics, and offers opportunities to specialise within disciplines. You will have access to a wide range of facilities across multiple departments. Facilities will depend on the subject specialism but include laboratories, libraries, project spaces, lecture theatres, study and networking spaces as well as shared social spaces. You will also benefit from excellent IT facilities including Learn Ultra, Durham’s virtual learning environment. You will have access to up to 1.6 million printed books, 25,000 eJournals and over 850,000 eBooks in the main library. Rankings 50th in the World for employer reputation in the QS World University Rankings 2024 Top 100 in the QS World University Rankings 2024 2nd in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024 for Natural Sciences 90% of courses are in the UK Top 10 in The Complete University Guide 2024 Career Opportunities Graduates acquire a valuable range of subject-specific skills across disciplines with the capacity to make creative connections. They are highly employable in a diverse range of careers and sectors. Natural Sciences graduates have the academic knowledge, flexibility and technical skills to take on roles including consulting, accounting, banking and investment, research, software engineer, data scientist, international development, and government.

Subject options

This course offers the following subject options:

  • Economics
  • Mathematics

Modules

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Assessment method

The majority of modules are assessed entirely by examination, while others also include an element of continuous assessment including online tests, presentations and project reports. The final-year Dissertation is an opportunity to bring your prior learning to an area of economics or mathematics of your choice. The Dissertation, completed under the supervision of an academic from your chosen subject area, makes up one-third of your final-year marks. In addition to the help provided by your subject lecturers, you can also access extensive support for your assessments through ASC, the Academic Skills Centre. See below for details: https://www.durham.ac.uk/departments/centres/academic-skills-centre/


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
L125
Institution code:
D86
Campus name:
Durham City
Campus code:
O

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

Durham has a long and proud history of welcoming students from countries across the globe. For further details please visit: https://www.dur.ac.uk/study/international/ International students who do not meet direct entry requirements for this degree might have the option to complete an International Foundation Year. For further details please visit: https://www.durhamisc.com/programmes/international-foundation-year

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

In addition to satisfying the University’s general entry requirements, please note: We welcome applications from those with other qualifications equivalent to our standard entry requirements and from mature students with non-standard qualifications or who may have had a break in their study. We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking as part of our offer. We are pleased to consider applications for deferred entry.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.dur.ac.uk/study/ug/apply/entry/


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5with no component under 6.0
TOEFL (iBT)92with no component under 23

Acceptable evidence and levels required can be viewed by visiting the link below under English Language requirements. You should be able to demonstrate satisfactory English proficiency before the start of a programme of study, whether via the submission of an appropriate English language qualification or by attendance on an appropriate pre-sessional course. For more information on pre-sessional courses please visit: https://www.durham.ac.uk/study/international/entry-requirements/english-language-requirements/pre-sessional-english-language-required/

English Language requirements

https://www.durham.ac.uk/study/international/entry-requirements/english-language-requirements/


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 £30000 Year 1
International £30000 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

The tuition fees shown for home students are for one complete academic year of full time study and are set according to the academic year of entry. Fees for subsequent years of your course may rise in line with an inflationary uplift as determined by the government. The tuition fees shown for overseas and EU students are for one complete academic year of full time study and are set according to the academic year of entry. Fees are subject to an annual inflationary increase. In deciding the annual level of increase the University will take into account inflationary pressures on the costs of delivery. Tuition fees will rise annually by up to the higher of 6% or the latest annual percentage increase in the Consumer Prices Index. There may also be additional course costs for things like books (if you want to purchase them), field trips etc.

Sponsorship information

Durham University offers a range of scholarship opportunities to academically well-qualified and highly motivated students. For further details, including deadlines for application, please visit: https://www.durham.ac.uk/study/scholarships/

Economics and Mathematics at Durham University - UCAS