Course summary
TEF Gold
University of Buckingham has opted into the TEF and received a Gold award.
The University of Buckingham is: o Home of the 2-year degree – less cost and more focus o Top for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide) o Joint 4th in England for Student Satisfaction (National Student Survey) o Small group teaching focused – student:staff ratio of 11:1 o Flexible – start your course in September or January If you have made up your mind that you wish to pursue a business career, or if you want to work as a consultant or as a specialist business economist in the private sector, this programme offers the spread of subjects that is likely to be most useful. It enables you to supplement the basic economics modules with modules from the Department of Management thus providing a rounded view of business activities.
Course details
Modules
Accounting for Business, Behaviour in Organisations, Business Simulation, Business Success through Service Excellence, Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethical Behaviour, Corporate Strategy and Strategic Management, Creativity, Innovation and Enterprise, Cross-culture Management, Digital Economy and E Business, Econometrics, The Economics of Europe, The Economics of the Labour Market, Finance for Managers, Game Theory in Business, Globalisation and International Business, History of Economic Thought, Industrial Organisation and Strategy, International Economics, Issues in Developing Economies and the MENA Region, Macroeconomic Policy, Macroeconomic Theory, Managing People and Change, Marketing Fundamentals, Marketing Management, Mathematics for Economists, Microeconomic Policy, Microeconomic Theory, Money, Banking and Financial Markets, Operations Strategy, Principles of Macroeconomics, Principles of Microeconomics, Process and Operations Management, Psychology at Work, Public Sector Economics, Quantitative Methods 1, Quantitative Methods 2, Regulation and Privatisation, Statistics for Business and Economics, Supply Chain Management, Understanding Business and Management, Welfare Economics.
Assessment method
Teaching is carried out through a combination of lectures supported by seminars and tutorials. A key feature of the Buckingham teaching method is the use of small tutorial groups which provide the most effective means of ensuring that the students benefit from the academic expertise at their disposal. It is also the philosophy of Buckingham’s faculty to be available to students outside the scheduled tutorial times and to encourage good working relationships between staff and students. A range of activities is pursued within the tutorial groups depending upon the module. Some modules emphasise problem solving as a means of reinforcing and cementing the important ideas – for example the module in Microeconomic Theory. Occasionally we use game playing to encourage discussion and understanding – for example when competing groups of students try to control a computer model of the economy in Principles of Macroeconomics. Other modules place greater emphasis on writing short and accurate technical pieces (Welfare Economics) or longer more discursive papers. The assessment of individual modules within each course varies according to the subject. Assessment is usually by examination, assessed coursework, or a combination of the two.
How to apply
Application deadlines
If your application is completed by the following date, it’s guaranteed to be considered:
15 January
*If you apply after this deadline, universities or colleges don’t have to consider your application if they’ve filled their spaces, so the sooner you apply, the better!Application codes
You will need these codes when you add a choice to your application.
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
International applicants
With staff and students from over 90 countries around the world, the University enjoys a wonderful and culturally diverse atmosphere. Ranked joint 4th in England and joint 7th in the UK in the National Student Survey (NSS) for student satisfaction this year, the University and has always scored highly since it started taking part 14 years ago. We provide support for students from outside the UK including: assistance with visa application and renewal; guaranteed accommodation in halls of residence; and a personal tutor to support your academic studies. Academic staff are available to help and advise, and operate an open-door policy. We have the best staff to student ratio of any university in the UK. Our students have formed a number of overseas clubs, and there is a sports and social programme each term to ensure you enjoy your time with us. Our idyllic setting between Oxford and Milton Keynes offers access to a range of cultural and social activities and Bicester Village, the renowned shopping outlet is a short bus ride away. English Language requirements: it is very important that your English level is of a good standard for you to be successful in your studies. All applicants must achieve specific requirements in all four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing). Please check our website for more details of the undergraduate or postgraduate language requirements for your course. https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Applicants must also have GCSE English and Maths at Grade C / Grade 4, or above (or equivalent).
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | Average of 6.5 (with 6.0 or above in each component) |
https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/
https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/international/english-language-requirements/
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £25200 | Whole course |
| England | £25200 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £25200 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £25200 | Whole course |
| Wales | £25200 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £25200 | Whole course |
| International | £34800 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
Home Students: Buckingham students are eligible for support from Student Finance England towards their studies:
(1) An annual repayable Tuition Fee Loan of £6,165 (September 2019) paid direct to the University if you are studying a 9 Term programme (2 years and 1 term). Where applicants are taking an 8 term degree (two year honours degree) or start in January they may be eligible for an annual repayable Tuition Fee Loan of £7,400 (September 2019). Students are responsible for paying the remaining balance to the University for each term’s fees. (2) An annual repayable Maintenance Loan to help with living costs (the amount awarded is dependent on household income). Most students at Buckingham receive additional maintenance loan support for the additional 10 weeks a year of study from the Long Courses Loan. This is paid directly to you after registration. The undergraduate fees, bursaries and scholarships can be found on our website: https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/admissions/fees/
Sponsorship information
The University would like to encourage students – both undergraduates and postgraduates – to come to Buckingham regardless of their financial circumstances. The bursaries and scholarships we offer are awarded on merit and/or on financial need. You may only accept one University award. All awards are subject to your meeting the University’s academic entry requirements and abiding by the University’s rules and regulations. To be eligible to apply for a scholarship you will need to have been offered a place to study at Buckingham. For details of our current range of scholarships and bursaries please see our website: https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/admissions/scholarships
Provider information
University of Buckingham
Hunter Street
Buckingham
MK18 1EG