University of Leeds has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This interdisciplinary degree explores the institutions, principles and theories of economics and the institutions and practices of modern political systems. It’ll give you expertise in data analysis, research and critical thinking, as well as the economic factors that influence income, wealth and wellbeing. You’ll gain a foundation in political theory, international relations and systems of government, while also learning the fundamentals of micro and macroeconomics. You’ll explore how economics and politics are connected and the ways they shape our society. Optional modules let you take your degree in the direction that most interests you. Within this course Politics subjects are taught by our world-ranked School of Politics and International Studies, while Economics subjects are taught by the triple-accredited Leeds University Business School. You’ll gain a diverse skillset that’ll prove valuable to you as an employee and as an individual, regardless of the path you choose to take.
Modules
Visit our website for the latest information on which modules we offer. https://courses.leeds.ac.uk/1000/economics-and-politics-ba
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
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
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - AAA
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 35 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, D3, D3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level
We accept numerous other equivalent qualifications. Subjects must be from our accepted subjects list.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | No less than 6.0 in any component. |
Find out more about equivalent English language qualifications:
https://www.leeds.ac.uk/site/custom_scripts/admissions_qualifications.php
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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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
For further information please see http://www.leeds.ac.uk/undergraduatefees
Provider information
University of Leeds
Woodhouse Lane
Leeds
LS2 9JT