Course summary
Economics and finance form the structure upon which the modern world is built. This course teaches you to apply economic theory to real-world financial problems giving you the analytical skills and subject knowledge to discuss your ideas and solutions confidently. This degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge of the main ideas concepts and principles of modern economics and finance which guide the way businesses operate; governments exercise policies; and countries cooperate and compete with each other. You learn to apply economic analysis to real-life problems while gaining the technical and analytical skills necessary to understand key developments in the global markets as well as the issues economies face in a world dominated by financial institutions. Your studies may cover economic theory financial data analysis business practice financial markets globalisation and econometrics. Why choose this course?
- Learn from highly qualified and experienced academics and professionals whose research achievements in the field ensure your studies are dynamic and relevant
- Be able to use relevant financial software including the leading financial trading platform
- Develop your entrepreneurial skills in your final-year project on current economic affairs
- Build your transferable skills and experience in critical thinking problem solving presentation and team-working as well as in using information technology
- Take the course over four years and include a fee-free year in industry building experience and making contacts for the future
- If you need to step up to higher education start with a Foundation Year which guarantees entry to the undergraduate degree
Modules
- Business Practice Explored (BSS005-1) Compulsory
- Introduction To Accounting And Finance (AAF005-1) Compulsory
- Introduction To Economics (AAF010-1) Compulsory
- Numerical Skills For Finance And Economics (AAF015-1) Compulsory
- Applied Economics (AAF035-2) Compulsory
- Data Analysis For Finance And Economics (AAF022-2) Compulsory
- Economics (AAF030-2) Compulsory
- Financial Markets: Theory And Practice (AAF031-2) Compulsory
- Personal Development And Employability (AAF004-2) Compulsory
- Economics Of Globalisation (AAF035-3) Compulsory
- Financial Management (AAF002-3) Compulsory
- Introduction To Econometrics (AAF038-3) Compulsory
- Specialist Project Unit (Accounting, Finance And Economics) (AAF036-3) Compulsory
Assessment method
Different assessment methods are chosen to evaluate and support your learning in understanding and applying economics and finance theories to real issues. The assessment strategy is also focused on enhance your employability throughout this course. A pivotal element of this is that feedback will be given in due time, so it is integrated in the learning process. Some of assessments are listed above and in some cases they will be used in combination. In addition, your knowledge and skills will be also formatively assessed through problem solving sessions or case study discussions.
How to apply
You can no longer submit a new application for courses starting in 2023.
If you already have a 2023 application and are in Clearing, you can add this course as a Clearing choice – contact the university or college first to check they have places.
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
- Course code:
- L1N3
- Institution code:
- B22
- Campus name:
- Luton Campus
- Campus code:
- D
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
A level - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
Applicants with other qualifications will be considered. If you would like to check that your qualifications will be accepted please contact the university.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Bedfordshire
Park Square
Luton
LU1 3JU