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Business Economics BSc

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Business Economics BSc

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    Key Information

    • Study Level:

      Bachelor

    • Study Mode:

      Full Time

    • Start Date:

      01 October 2019

    • Tuition Fees EU/EEA:

      £ 9,250 Per Year

      These fees apply to students from the EU/EEA

    • Tuition Fees International :

      £ 12,350

      These fees apply to students from outside the EU/EEA

    institution

    University of Bedfordshire

    The University of Bedfordshire was created in 2006, when the well-established Luton University merged with the Bedford Campus of De Monfort University. The combined institution now plays host to more than 20,000 students every year. It is known for the inclusiveness and diversity of its international student body, representing more than 120 different countries The […]

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    Course Summary

    Businesses of all kinds and of all sizes are recruiting economics specialists to make the reliable, useful market and economic predictions that they need to plan policy, strategy and tactics for the future. The University of Bedfordshire offers a degree that was designed specifically to make you a competitive applicant for the most sought after roles as an economic analyst, consultant or in-house expert.  

    You’ll learn about the business context of economics as well as the qualitative and quantitative research methods you’ll need to make a name for yourself in this exciting field.

    Not only does this degree prepare you for a career in industry, it can be the first step in an academic career. The University of Bedfordshire offers a wide range of follow-on degrees at the Master’s level, as do many other fine institutions. Both MBA programs and those maintaining a focus on economics would be open to you.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    Course Outline

    This program is typically delivered over three years at full time.

    Core Modules Include:

    • Applied Economics
    • Business Practice Explored
    • Data Analysis For Finance And Economics
    • Development Economics
    • Economics
    • Economics Of Globalisation
    • Economics Of The Public Sector
    • Introduction To Accounting And Finance
    • Introduction To Econometrics
    • Introduction To Economics
    • Labour Economics
    • Numerical Skills For Finance And Economics
    • Personal Development And Employability
    • Specialist Project Unit (Accounting, Finance And Economics)

    Your progress will be assessed in various ways, including reports, presentations, projects, portfolios, appraisals, writing and exams.

    You may also have the opportunity to learn about one or more of the industries which rely on in-depth economic analysis and prediction by spending some time actually working as an economist. You’ll gain real world experience as well as a set of skills specific to your chosen career pathway or  industry. Finally, you’ll be making the kind of professional contacts which could define your later career.

    Learning & Teaching

    The University of Bedfordshire uses all of the teaching methods you’d expect from a modern institution of higher learning, including lectures, skills workshops and seminars. You’ll also spend a great deal of time interacting with members of the local and national business communities, either in a project context or in work experience. You’ll have the full academic support of the teaching staff, including a personal tutor who can advise you academically.

    Career Possiblities

    The University of Bedfordshire’s BSc program in Business Economics was created with the employability of its graduates in mind, and is constantly refined based on advice from industry. You’ll have specific employability training, including a module in year 2 which shows you how to secure a desirable role in today’s labour market. The Careers and Employability Services Student Development team can help you arrange placements, internships and other employability boosts.

    Entry Credit

    Successful completion will result in a full BSc degree.

    Students must typically have been awarded 64 UCAS Tariff Points to apply. The full list of accepted qualifications can be found here.

    All classes are taught in English, and international students will be required to show proficiency in English by scoring well on an approved test. A good IELTS score would qualify, for example.

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