About the course

BSc Economics and Finance (Industry) is a four-year career-focussed degree programme that combines the broad sweep and critical thinking of Economics with a focus on the markets and investing of Finance. The programme is flexible after the first year of your studies, allowing you to choose modules based on your strengths and interests as they evolve. You’ll benefit from our specialist careers coaching throughout your degree which is designed to prepare you for the career you want. You will learn from leading academic researchers and expert practitioners in Economics and Finance, and you will begin by learning the foundations of Finance theory and methodology, and the fundamentals of Economics.

　　Your first year includes the modules Accounting and Finance, Quantitative Methods for Economics, and Principles of Economics A. These will introduce you to the key principle of both fields and are designed to give you solid foundations for the remainder of your degree.

　　In your second year, you will learn about Asset Pricing, Financial Accounting and Econometrics, amongst other topics.

　　Your third year is spent in industry. You’ll be supported in securing a placement, with past students joining companies such as IBM, Lloyds Bank, Microsoft, PwC and the Bank of England. Roles on offer range from project management and logistics to investment, business development and risk. Most placements are in the UK, but there are some options overseas.

　　In your final year, you choose all your modules, from Game Theory, Portfolio Management, Financial Markets, and Advanced Corporate Finance, among other options. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Term 1 (October), 2024	Lancaster
Term 1 (October), 2025	Lancaster
Term 1 (October), 2026	Lancaster

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Lancaster University

A Level AAB. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6, English Language grade C or 4. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component. TOEFL iBT - Yes - 93 overall Minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, 17 in writing.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 87.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Lancaster University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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