Economics (Major) with Finance BSc

Queen's University Belfast

United Kingdom, Belfast

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Queen's University Belfast

United Kingdom , Belfast

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

L1N3

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 22,400 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Economics (Major) with Finance BSc

About

This degree allows students to understand how the economy and the financial system interact. The major in Economics includes an analysis of macro and micro-economic principles, whilst the minor in Finance provides insights into financial institutions and markets. This combination provides an excellent platform for graduates to pursue a career in economics, finance and related industries.

Economics at Queen’s is ranked 8th in the UK for graduate prospects. (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024)

Economics (Major) with Finance highlights

Internationally Renowned Experts

Many of our staff are leading international experts in their fields of research.

Further Study Opportunities

Further study is also an option open to Economics with Finance graduates. Students can choose from a wide range of Master’s programmes as well as a comprehensive list of research topics, as shown on the Queen’s Business School website.

Student Experience

Students can join the Economics Society, a student-run organisation which aims to educate its members on the use of economics in practice through guest speakers, field trips abroad and educational seminars.

Career Development

Economics with Finance students may take an optional placement year after their second year. Recent placements from students studying economics and business economics include: PwC, KPMG, Citi, Oxford Economics, Belfast City Council, First Derivatives, and Tayto Group Ltd.

Global Opportunities

The degree also provides you with further opportunities to work and study abroad through schemes such as Study USA, British Council, Erasmus, International Workplace Tours, Study China, City Scholarships and much more.

Industry Links

Top performing students are regularly awarded prizes, scholarships and internships from leading companies, such as the McKane Medal which is awarded to the best final honours student in Economics.

World Class Facilities

Students will have access to specialist mathematical and statistical training and software, giving them the skills, experience and knowledge necessary to prepare them for careers in economics.

Student Testimonials

“The course provides a balance and comprehensive understanding of economics and finance. Final year provides the flexibility to choose modules that reflect my interests and career aspirations. Since year 1 at Queen's I have developed a strong skillset due to rigorous academic assessment combined with constant exposure to high quality academic staff and students.” Mark Carvill, BSc Economics with Finance

“I provide strategic insight into the Bank of Ireland’s key markets in the UK and am responsible for all its economic and market research, briefings and presentations in Northern Ireland.”

Requirements

Entry Requirements

ABB + GCSE Mathematics grade A/7

A maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award or AQA Extended Certificate will be accepted as part of an applicant's portfolio of qualifications with a Distinction* being equated to a grade A at A-level and a Distinction being equated to a grade B at A-level.

English Program Requirements

An IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each test component or an equivalent acceptable qualification, details of which are available at: http://go.qub.ac.uk/EnglishLanguageReqs

If you need to improve your English language skills before you enter this degree programme, INTO Queen's University Belfast offers a range of English language courses. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for admission to this degree.

INTO Queen's offers a range of academic and English language programmes to help prepare international students for undergraduate study at Queen's University. You will learn from experienced teachers in a dedicated international study centre on campus, and will have full access to the University's world-class facilities.

These programmes are designed for international students who do not meet the required academic and English language requirements for direct entry.

Career

Those pursuing a career in Economics should enjoy working with numbers and dealing with ambiguous and incomplete information as they attempt to understand and provide solutions to problems. They should also be effective communicators and work well with people. Economists must be prepared to take on challenges and be able to adapt to a constantly changing and dynamic business environment. Many of the skills that students will acquire during their studies at Queen’s will be of great value in a range of different career and life situations. Core transferable skills include the ability to learn independently, problem solving , understanding and interpreting very sophisticated economic and financial information, and work productively as part of a team.

Students graduating with a degree in Economics from Queen’s are well placed to secure a range of employment
opportunities in economics and related areas in the public and private sectors. In recent years, students have secured positions in economic analysis and appraisal with a range of government and other public sector organisations, specialist careers in banking and investment appraisal, as well as more generalist positions in economic consulting.
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