Business Economics BSc

Course overview

You’ll study your Business Economics degree at our world-renowned Leeds University Business School, home to the Applied Institute for Research in Economics.

This flexible course focuses on the economics of the firm with less emphasis on mathematical aspects than other economics courses offered at Leeds.

Through compulsory modules, you’ll explore the core concepts, practices and techniques in business economics. You will gain analytical, quantitative, computing, presentation and other transferable skills, preparing you for a variety of exciting careers in the private and public sector.

In a challenging and supportive environment, you'll develop an in-depth understanding of the nature and methods of economic analysis, allowing you to gain insight into the factors that influence individual behaviour, firm strategy and interactions, the wider economic environment together with policy options and dilemmas.

A range of optional economics modules will provide you with the opportunity to explore specialist areas such as project appraisal, behavioural economics, environmental economics, macroeconomic policy, international trade, and health.

Shape your learning with pathways

This course offers pathways from year 2, which allow you to tailor your course to your specific interests or professional aspirations. The pathways provide modules that can be taken in particular areas and can be followed through to your final year. This unique level of personalisation and self-direction provides you with flexibility to meet your career goals, whilst helping you stand out from the crowd when you graduate.

The pathways available on this course are:

• Business Management
• International Business
• Enterprise and Innovation
• Ethics and Sustainability

Entry requirements

A-level: AAA

GCSE: 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or higher including Mathematics grade A/7 and English Language grade B/6 or equivalent, or an appropriate English language qualification.* *If you have a B/6 in GCSE English Literature we will accept a Grade B/5 or C/4 in GCSE English Language.

Other course specific tests:

Read more about UK and Republic of Ireland accepted qualifications for this course.

International Baccalaureate

Career opportunities

Our Business Economics degree offers an excellent route into employment.

Plus, the University of Leeds is the 4th most targeted UK university by graduate recruiters, according to High Fliers’ The Graduate Market in 2024 report, meaning our graduates are highly sought-after.

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Where will your Business Economics degree take you?

Our graduates typically go into a wide variety of careers including roles such as Professional Economist, Government Economist, Portfolio Manager, Corporate Finance Analyst, Management Consultant, Financial Advisor, Commercial Analyst, Investment Manager, and Risk Analyst. Some graduates also choose to undertake further study at graduate level.