Economics degrees
Studying Economics at Exeter will provide you with a cutting-edge, globally-oriented education that challenges you intellectually while maintaining practical relevance in your professional pursuits.
Study Economics at the University of Exeter
Based in our triple-accredited Business School, the Department of Economics is a thriving community of scholars and students working across the breadth of economic theory and practice. Economics is a technical and rigorous subject, and graduates leave equipped with a valuable range of personal skills and a broad education.
You’ll study not only traditional economic models, but the latest application of economy theory including behavioural and experimental economics, giving you course content that is world-relevant. Our students are highly valued by employers across the globe.
Our Economics degrees and courses
These courses are taught on our Streatham Campus in Exeter.
Undergraduate degrees
Masters degrees
Postgraduate research
Our postgraduate research programmes strives to attract, educate, and nurture students of exceptional academic merit. Our graduates find prestigious employment opportunities within leading academic, international, and governmental institutions across the globe.
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The University of Exeter Business School enables socially responsible and ethical business on a global scale. Our triple accreditation status demonstrates our commitment to providing high standards of quality and an outstanding educational experience, helping our students to stand out in a global environment and become successful leaders.
We offer over 50 programmes across a wide array of subject areas within the Business School. You can also search a full list of subject areas taught at the University of Exeter.
Top 150 in the world for Economics
Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS) or Shanghai Rankings 2025
Top 15 in the UK for Economics
The Complete University Guide 2026 and The Guardian University Guide 2026
Triple accredited Business School
ACCSB, EQUIS, AMBA
155th in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and 170th in the THE World Rankings 2026
Frequently asked questions about studying Economics
Thinking about studying Economics at university? We've answered some of our most frequently asked questions below to help you decide if an economics degree at the University of Exeter is right for you.
What career prospects would I have with an Economics degree?
A degree in Economics provides you with a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and models, unlocking numerous career opportunities. You’ll also develop valuable data analysis, numerical reasoning and problem-solving skills—all of which are highly sought after by graduate employers across various industries.
While these sectors are popular among Economics graduates, our alumni enter a broad range of jobs, sectors and further study.
Find out more about what Exeter's Economics graduates do after university.
Can international students apply for economics degrees?
Yes. Our international student community is part of what makes Exeter a top worldwide university. International students are welcome to apply for Bachelors (undergraduate) and Masters (postgraduate taught) degrees with us, as well as for postgraduate research opportunities.
For more information, visit our international students webpages.
Your future career with an Economics degree
Studying Economics at university provides the ultimate training in transferrable skills. As such it opens doors to a range of industries and career options for you, and our Careers and Employability team will help you identify your career path and support your route to a fulfilling global career.
Economics graduates from Exeter commonly work in the following sectors:
- Accountancy, Banking, Finance and Insurance
- Business Analytics, Strategy and Consulting
- Business Operations and Management
- IT, Data and Tech
- Politics, Government and Public Sector
What can I do with a degree in Economics?
I’ve developed a new passion for learning and developing myself through study. The teaching has been excellent. My final year modules have been incredibly interesting and engaging driving this feeling.
In addition, my industrial placement was perhaps the single greatest personal development opportunity of my life to date. I acquired skills that not only help my employability, but in all aspects of life.
Matt
BSc Economics
