BSc Economics and Finance
| UCAS code | LN13 |
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| Duration | 3 years |
| Entry year | 2027 |
| Campus | Streatham Campus |
| Typical offer | A-Level: A*AA - AAA |
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A-Level: AAB - ABB |
| UCAS code | LND3 |
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| Duration | 4 years |
| Entry year | 2027 |
| Campus | Streatham Campus |
| Typical offer | A-Level: A*AA - AAA |
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A-Level: AAB - ABB |
| UCAS code | LN14 |
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| Duration | 4 years |
| Entry year | 2027 |
| Campus | Streatham Campus |
| Typical offer | A-Level: A*AA - AAA |
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A-Level: AAB - ABB |
Why study BSc Economics and Finance at Exeter?
- Explore modern economics and its application to financial systems and organisations, as well as learning about advanced financial techniques such as derivatives pricing, risk and portfolio management.
- Develop your ability to critically analyse economic environments and their impact on financial markets.
- Take the opportunity to get involved with our research centre for experimental economics, the FEELE (Finance and Economics Experimental Lab at Exeter) lab
- Graduates from this programme go on to careers within financial institutions such as banks, insurance companies, pension funds, investment and unit trusts, as well as stock broking and financial advisory work.
- Flexible structure ensures you develop a professional understanding of economics and finance, whilst giving you the opportunity to further specialise or broaden your academic horizon.
Top 15 in the UK for Economics
11th in the Complete University Guide 2026 and 12th in The Guardian University Guide 2026
Top 15 for graduate prospects
Joint 11th for Economics graduate prospects in The Complete University Guide 2026
Top 150 in the world for Economics
Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS) or Shanghai Rankings 2025
Triple accredited Business School
AMBA, AACSB, EQUIS
A highlight of my time at Exeter has been my year-long work placement at a tech startup in London.
This experience was unforgettable and incredibly valuable for my personal and professional development. Working at a startup gave me hands-on experience and insight into the industry, going beyond what I would have learnt from just studying my modules. It’s something I’m truly grateful for, and I wouldn’t have had the experience without the fantastic support of the Business School’s career team.
Amishi
BSc Economics and Finance with Industrial Experience
Entry requirements (typical offer)
| Qualification | Typical offer | Required subjects |
|---|---|---|
| A-Level | A*AA - AAA | B in Mathematics |
| IB | 38/766 - 36/666 | HL5 or SL6 in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations). Maths Studies not accepted. |
| BTEC | D*DD - DDD | Applicants studying a BTEC Extended Diploma are also required to achieve B in A level Mathematics |
| GCSE | C or 4 | C or 4 in GCSE English language |
| Access to HE | 30 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 15 L3 credits at Merit Grade. | To include at least 12 L3 credits at Merit Grade in an acceptable Mathematics subject area. |
| T-Level | Distinction* - Distinction | Applicants studying a T-Level will also require GCE A-Level Mathematics |
| Contextual Offer | A-Level: AAB - ABB |
Specific subject requirements must still be achieved where stated above. Find out more about contextual offers. |
| Other accepted qualifications | ||
| English language requirements |
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B1. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country. |
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NB General Studies is not included in any offer.
Grades advertised on each programme webpage are the typical level at which our offers are made and provide information on any specific subjects an applicant will need to have studied in order to be considered for a place on the programme. However, if we receive a large number of applications for the programme we may not be able to make an offer to all those who are predicted to achieve/have achieved grades which are in line with our typical offer. For more information on how applications are assessed and when decisions are released, please see: After you apply
Course content
The modules we outline here provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand.
You may take option modules as long as any necessary prerequisites have been satisfied, where the timetable allows and if you have not already taken the module in question or an equivalent module.
You may notice changes to some of our modules over the coming months. This is because we are making space for the following:
- Minors: Future Skills Pathways - Alongside your main degree you may be eligible (depending on your course) to choose modules from another subject to broaden your skills and interests.
- Skills to Thrive built into every degree - Essential skills for your future, including communication, problem-solving, teamwork and digital confidence.
- Increased innovation and wellbeing - More room for creative learning, real-world projects and a healthier study rhythm.
Please note that the module information displayed here is subject to change.
90 credits of compulsory modules, 30 credits from UEBS modularity.
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory 1 | ||
| Introduction to Finance | 15 | |
| Introduction to Statistics | 15 | |
| Introduction to Econometrics | 15 | |
| Mathematics for Economists | 15 | |
| Economics I | 15 | |
| Economics II | 15 | |
Optional modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UEBS Modularity | ||
| Introduction to Financial Accounting | 15 | |
| Introduction to Management Accounting | 15 | |
| Introduction to Accounting | 15 | |
| Introduction to Finance | 15 | |
| Introduction to Statistics | 15 | |
| Introduction to Econometrics | 15 | |
| Mathematics for Economists | 15 | |
| Statistics for Business and Management | 15 | |
| History of Economic Thought | 15 | |
| Economics for Management | 15 | |
| Basic Quantitative Methods | 15 | |
| Economics I | 15 | |
| Economics II | 15 | |
| Introduction to Data Science in Economics | 15 | |
| Introduction to Behavioural Economics | 15 | |
| Personal Finance | 15 | |
| Marketing and Society | 15 | |
| Fundamentals of Marketing | 15 | |
| Leadership and Teams | 15 | |
| Statistics for Business | 15 | |
| The International Business Context | 15 | |
| Future You | 15 | |
| Exploring Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 15 | |
Please note that the module information displayed here is subject to change.
90 credits of compulsory modules, 30 credits from UEBS modularity.
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory 1 | ||
| Microeconomics II | 30 | |
| Macroeconomics II | 30 | |
| Financial Markets and Decisions I | 15 | |
| Econometrics | 15 | |
| Money and Banking | 15 | |
Optional modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UEBS Modularity | ||
| Taxation | 30 | |
| Managerial Accounting | 15 | |
| Intermediate Management Accounting | 15 | |
| Corporate Finance | 15 | |
| Financial Accounting A | 15 | |
| Financial Accounting B | 15 | |
| Philosophy of Economics | 15 | |
| Introduction to Econometric Theory | 15 | |
| Policy Issues in the Global Economy | 15 | |
| Microeconomics II | 30 | |
| Macroeconomics II | 30 | |
| Financial Markets and Decisions I | 15 | |
| Economics and Ethics | 15 | |
| Econometrics | 15 | |
| Applied Econometrics | 15 | |
| Public Finance | 15 | |
| Environmental Economics | 15 | |
| Family Economics and Policy | 15 | |
| Money and Banking | 15 | |
| Intermediate Microeconomics | 15 | |
| Intermediate Macroeconomics | 15 | |
| Data Science in Economics | 15 | |
| Behavioural Insights for Business and Management | 15 | |
| Game Theory | 15 | |
| Economics of Diversity and Inclusion | 15 | |
| Econometrics: Cause and Effect | 15 | |
| Ethics and Corporate Governance | 15 | |
| Investment Practice | 15 | |
| Quantitative Methods | 30 | |
| FinTech in Investment Management | 15 | |
| Equity and Fixed Income | 15 | |
| Operations Management | 15 | |
| Consumer Behaviour | 15 | |
| Human Resource Management | 15 | |
| Marketing Communications: Strategies and Applications | 15 | |
| Introduction to Business Analytics | 15 | |
| Brands and Branding | 15 | |
| Leading in International Contexts | 15 | |
| Leadership: Challenges and Practice | 15 | |
| Business Analytics in Practice | 15 | |
| Database Technologies for Business Analytics | 15 | |
| Marketing Analytics | 15 | |
| History of Black Entrepreneurship | 15 | |
| Organisational Behaviour | 30 | |
| International Business | 15 | |
| Making Innovation and Entrepreneurship Happen | 15 | |
| Marketing for Social Causes | 15 | |
| Analytics in Digital Marketing | 15 | |
| Research Methods for Marketing | 15 | |
| The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Mindset | 15 | |
| Innovation for Societal Grand Challenges | 15 | |
| Developing Sustainable Enterprises | 15 | |
| Business Law for Managers | 15 | |
| Leveraging Technologies for Business | 15 | |
| AI, Business and Society | 15 | |
| Business Internships and Placements | 15 | |
Please note that the module information displayed here is subject to change.
This degree offers you the opportunity to spend a year working in a related industry or studying abroad.
If you choose one of these options your placement year will take place in your third year, before returning to complete your degree at Exeter in your fourth and final year of study.
You can apply directly to one of these options, or you can apply to the standard 3-year course and transfer onto one of these options in the first term of your first year.
with Industrial Experience
120 credits of compulsory modules
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory 1 | ||
| Business School Industrial Experience | 120 | |
with Year Abroad
120 credits of compulsory modules - please select one module from UEBS Streatham Year Abroad, Stage 3, Compulsory Choice Group.
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Choice | ||
| Year Abroad (Study and Work Placement) | 120 | |
| Year Abroad (Study) | 120 | |
| Year Abroad | 120 | |
Please note that the module information displayed here is subject to change.
15 credits of compulsory modules, 105 credits from UEBS modularity.
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory 1 | ||
| Financial Markets and Decisions 2 | 15 | |
Optional modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UEBS Modularity | ||
| Finance for Managers | 15 | |
| Corporate Law | 15 | |
| Advanced Management Accounting | 15 | |
| Advanced Corporate Finance | 15 | |
| Advanced Financial Reporting | 15 | |
| Auditing | 15 | |
| Financial Modelling | 15 | |
| Accounting, Organisations and Society | 15 | |
| Sustainable and Responsible Finance | 15 | |
| Econometric Analysis | 30 | |
| Law and Economics | 15 | |
| Futures and Options | 15 | |
| Financial Markets and Decisions 2 | 15 | |
| International Political Economy | 15 | |
| International Economics | 15 | |
| Public Economics 1 | 15 | |
| Behaviour, Decisions and Markets | 15 | |
| Development Economics | 15 | |
| Economic Growth | 15 | |
| Advanced Mathematics for Economists | 15 | |
| Labour Economics | 15 | |
| Political Economics | 15 | |
| Economics of Management Strategy | 15 | |
| Machine Learning for Economics | 15 | |
| Behavioural Economics: Theory and Practice | 15 | |
| Economic Analysis and Pandemics | 15 | |
| Applied Econometrics for Business | 15 | |
| Economics of Culture and Institutions | 15 | |
| Economics of Crime | 15 | |
| Environmental Economics and Sustainability | 15 | |
| Health Economics | 15 | |
| Industrial Organisation | 15 | |
| The Economics of Financial Crises | 15 | |
| Blockchain, Money and Disruptive Payment Systems | 15 | |
| Financial Institutions' Risk Management | 15 | |
| Purchasing and Supply Management | 15 | |
| International Business History | 15 | |
| Marketing Management and Strategy | 15 | |
| Managing Human Resources: Advanced Issues | 15 | |
| Contemporary Leadership Issues | 15 | |
| Managing Change and Crisis in Organisations | 15 | |
| Employment Law for Managers | 15 | |
| Business Ignition - Idea to Implementation | 15 | |
| Operations Analytics | 15 | |
| Strategic and HR Analytics | 15 | |
| Analytics and Visualisation for Managers and Consultants | 15 | |
| Strategy | 15 | |
| Marketing Issues and Trends | 15 | |
| Strategic Digital Marketing Practice | 15 | |
| Media, Al and the Metaverse | 15 | |
| Power and Politics in Organisations | 15 | |
| Building Resilient Leaders | 15 | |
| Managing Individual Differences in the Workplace | 15 | |
| Strategy | 15 | |
| Rethinking Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 15 | |
| Contemporary Challenges in HRM | 15 | |
| Technology in Marketing | 15 | |
| Social Networks and Career Advancement | 15 | |
| Motivation and Social Influence at Work | 15 | |
| Regenerative Innovation for Climate Action | 15 | |
| AI for Human-Centred Design | 15 | |
| Technology and Responsible Innovation | 15 | |
| Dissertation | 30 | |
Course variants
Overview
The BSc Economics and Finance degree offers you the opportunity to spend a year working in a related industry or studying abroad.
If you choose one of these options your placement year will take place in your third year, before returning to complete your degree at Exeter in your fourth and final year of study.
You can apply directly to one of these options, or you can apply to the standard BSc Economics and Finance course and transfer onto one of these options in the first term of your first year.
BSc Economics and Finance with Industrial Experience
UCAS code: LND3
Why choose a year in industry?
- Gain a proven work history that is excellent to discuss at job interviews and gives you a head start in the working world
- Get paid! Typical salaries range from £19,000 to £23,000 but can extend from £15,000 to £52,000
- Over 50% of students are offered graduate jobs from their placement employer
- 97% of With Industrial Experience graduates were in graduate employment or postgraduate study within 6 months of graduating, compared to 93.5% of non-WIE graduates (DLHE 2017)
- Increase your confidence and resilience, and make friends for life
What does a year in industry mean for me?
The ‘With Industrial Experience’ (WIE) pathway is a four year version of your degree, in which your third year is spent in a professional placement before returning to university for your fourth and final year. The Business School Careers Team supports you every step of the way, helping you identify placement providers, create a strong application, practice interview techniques, and support you while you are in placement. The placement year assessment currently comprises of:
- Progress reports provided by employers
- A reflective essay
- A business report
How do I secure a placement and where can I go?
You are responsible for sourcing and securing a work placement, but you will be supported throughout by the Business School Careers Team and assigned an academic tutor for the duration of your placement. Placements are available internationally. Previous placement providers include Adidas, Apple, ASOS, Bank of England, Deloitte, Disney, EY, GlaxoSmithKline, Goldman Sachs, PwC
Does it count towards my degree?
The placement year is assessed and contributes 1/7th of your final degree classification when you graduate.
Does it affect my tuition fee?
During your placement year you will pay a reduced tuition fee of approximately 20% of the maximum fee for that year. Find out more on our tuition fee webpages.
How do I apply?
‘With Industrial Experience’ is available on all Business School undergraduate programmes. You can apply through UCAS or ask to transfer onto WIE in the first term of your first year. Find out more on our careers pages.
Other work experience options
If you choose not to undertake the four-year WIE pathway, there are other ways to gain work experience, from the Business Internships and Placements Module, to summer internships. Find out more on our careers pages.
BSc Economics and Finance with Year Abroad
UCAS code: LN1J
Why choose a year abroad?
- In a complex and hyper-connected world, it is more important than ever to demonstrate a global outlook to employers
- A report by Universities UK International shows that graduates who are mobile during their degree are more likely to earn more than non-mobile peers
- Broaden your perspective in a way that benefits you for life: accelerating your resilience and flexibility, developing your ability to communicate across cultures, and demonstrating that you take the initiative
- We find students return from their year abroad with heightened self-confidence and an impressive work ethic.
What does a year abroad mean for me?
The ‘With Year Abroad’ (WYA) pathway is a four year version of your degree, in which your third year is spent studying at one of our 60 partner universities (spanning 26 countries), before returning to university for your fourth and final year. There is also the opportunity to combine study and work abroad, doing a semester of study at one of our partner universities followed by a semester of work in a placement that you secure anywhere in the world. The Business School Study Abroad Team supports you every step of the way, helping you to decide where to go, create a strong application, and supporting you while you are abroad.
Where can I go?
We have partners in: Canada, USA, Mexico, Peru, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Germany, Denmark, Netherlands, Switzerland, France, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Slovenia, Italy, Turkey, China, Hong Kong, Thailand, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand
Does it count towards my degree?
The placement year is assessed and contributes 1/7th of your final degree classification when you graduate.
Does it affect my tuition fees?
If you spend a full academic year studying abroad you will pay a reduced fee of approximately 15% of the maximum fee for that year.
How do I apply?
Year abroad options are available on all Business School undergraduate programmes. You can apply for the four year ‘With Year Abroad’ variant of your degree through UCAS or ask to transfer onto the WYA programme in your first year. Acceptance is dependent on satisfactory academic performance and the level of research you have undertaken into your chosen institution. Find out more on our study abroad webpages.
Other study abroad options
If you choose not to undertake the full year studying abroad, there are other ways to gain a taste of the study abroad experience. You can spend two to six weeks at one of our international partner universities. Find out more on our study abroad webpages.
Fees
Tuition fees for 2026 entry
UK students: £9,790 per year
International students: £24,900 per year
Scholarships
The University of Exeter offers a wide range of scholarships to support your education, with £7 million available for international students applying to study with us in the 2026/27 academic year, including our prestigious Exeter Excellence Scholarships*. We also provide scholarships for sport, music and other achievements, alongside regional and partner awards such as Chevening, The Beacon Trust and the British Council. Financial support is available for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, lower income households and other under-represented groups to help them access, succeed and progress through higher education.
* Terms and conditions, including deadlines, apply. See our website for details.
The Economics and Finance course at Exeter is definitely a packed but enriching course. If you engage well with the learning materials and the professors on campus, then it’s truly an exceptional and holistic experience.
Additionally, the Economics Society regularly invites distinguished guests to the University’s Business School to discuss real world issues and these talks have given me a platform to apply what I learned in my modules.
Aviral
BSc Economics and Finance
Learning and teaching
How will I learn?
You will learn through a mix of:
- Lectures of one or two hours once a week for each module. These give you the information central to the module and help you understand complex ideas.
- Seminars and tutorials every week or every other week for each module. They cover in-depth discussions of topics introduced in lectures.
- Total timetabled study hours (lectures, seminars, tutorials) for your whole degree are on average between 11 and 14 hours per week. In addition you are expected to complete an average of 20-25 hours of independent or group study per week.
How will I be assessed?
Modules are assessed through a mixture of:
- Group work
- Coursework
- Project work
- Examinations
The weighting of these components varies according the module. Coursework is typically between 2,500 and 6,000 words in length, and exams are usually held at the end of the module in January and May/June.
Where will I study?
You will be based at the purpose built University of Exeter Business School located on the Streatham Campus in Exeter, Devon.
Optional modules outside of this course
Each year, if you have optional modules available, you can take up to 30 credits in a subject outside of your course. This can increase your employability and widen your intellectual horizons.
Minors: Future Skills Pathways
You can study a Future Skills Pathway alongside your main degree by choosing up to 30 credits of modules from a different subject area in your second and final years.
Your future
The University of Exeter Business School provides a range of careers and employability support for Undergraduate students. Visit the Business School Career Zone web page for more information.
Global opportunities
The BSc Economics degree adopts an international outlook meaning you will develop an understanding of the global economic environment. Combined with the opportunity to study abroad or work a year in industry, you will be well placed to work for local or international companies.
Your degree demonstrates that you have the following professional skills
- Evaluate government policy and assess performance against home and global economies
- Apply mathematical and statistical analysis to qualitative and quantitative data
- Present findings and explain complex data to a wide range of audiences
- Perform confidently in group discussions and produce a high standard of written technical and non-technical materials
- Make logical recommendations whilst considering the wider social and political influences
- Use Information and Communications Technology (ICT) skills – including word processing, databases, internet communications, information retrieval and online searches
Examples of BSc Economics and Finance graduate roles
- Business Analyst
- Technology Risk Analyst
- Sponsorships Executive
- Commercial Project Manager
- Actuarial Analyst
- Assistant Economist
BSc Economics and Finance graduates have worked for
- Goldman Sachs
- Diageo
- HM Treasury
- Fortress Wealth Partnership
- Bloomberg LP
- Accenture
- Royal Bank of Canada
