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Economics and Management with a Foundation Year at University of Kent - UCAS

University of Kent

Degree level: Undergraduate

Economics and Management with a Foundation Year

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2025 - 2026
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University of Kent has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

18Jan
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Course summary

Economics and Management with a Foundation Year Combine the study of two core elements of business on our Economics and Management joint honours course. You'll gain the skills and knowledge essential for managing key areas of organisations and develop an understanding of economic processes and practices. You'll discover how economists and business leaders think and learn how to use the tools that economists have developed in financial and money markets, enabling you to analyse real economic problems. Our degree is your first step to a wide range of careers, from accountancy and banking, to journalism and business. Your Future Our Economics and Management graduates have excellent prospects, and we are committed to helping you achieve success. Your combination of skills sets you up for a range of roles in areas such as: accountancy, banking and finance, journalism and management consultancy. Some of the top employers for our graduates include:

  • Bank of America
  • Barclays
  • Citibank
  • Deloitte
  • Goldman Sachs
  • the Government Economic Service
  • HMRC
  • KPMG
  • PwC
  • Schroders
Location Our city, your time. It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere. We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!

Modules

Foundation Year Compulsory modules currently include: Statistics Economics 1 Skills 1 Business 2 Economics 2 Skills 2 Year 1 Compulsory modules currently include: Principles of Microeconomics Principles of Macroeconomics Mathematics for Economics Mode A Mathematics for Economics Mode B Statistics for Economics Introduction to Management Financial Accounting for Decision Makers Year 2 Compulsory modules currently include: Macroeconomics I Microeconomics for Finance and Management Business Ethics and Sustainability Operations Management Optional modules may include: Mathematical Economics Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Thriving and Leading in Today's Dynamic Workplace The Historical Origins of Economic Development Frontiers in Economic Thinking Behavioural Economics Understanding Contracts in Business Year 3 Compulsory modules currently include: Topics in Advanced Macroeconomics Business Strategy Optional modules may include: Financial Economics and Asset Pricing Econometrics for Macro and Finance Economics Dissertation Leading People in Organisations Behavioural Science in the Workplace Understanding Legal Duties in Business People Operations: An Analytic Approach New Venture Creation Corporate Social Responsibility Econometric Methods Monetary Economics Environmental Economics and Green Finance International Economics Economic Growth Games for Economics and Business Industrial Economics Development Economics Political Economy Public Economics Labour Economics

How to apply

29Jan

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:
LN10
Institution code:
K24
Campus name:
Canterbury campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)

Direct entry into Year 2 of this programme is considered on a case by case basis.

International applicants

For further information about applying to Kent as an international student you can visit our International student webpages: https://www.kent.ac.uk/international. From here you will find useful information on country entry requirements, scholarship information, events and application guidance. Kent has dedicated support available to international students through groups, networks, English language and more specialist services through our Student Support and Wellbeing team. Visit our guide for international students to find out more on how we can support you during your time at Kent: www.kent.ac.uk/guides/support-for-international-students

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Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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

All fees for 2025/26 are to be confirmed. Please see the programme page at www.kent.ac.uk for further information on fees and funding options.

Sponsorship information

Kent offers generous financial support schemes to assist eligible undergraduate students during their studies. See our funding page for more details - https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/fees-and-funding

Economics and Management with a Foundation Year at University of Kent - UCAS