Economics (Major) with Spanish 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

L1R4

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 22,400 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Economics (Major) with Spanish BSc

About

The Economics with Spanish degree integrates core elements from economics degree with Spanish-language modules taught by the School of Arts, English and Languages. Integral to the Economics with Spanish programme is the placement students complete in a region of the globe where the language being studied is the dominant tongue. A dedicated Careers and Work Placement Office ensures that students are well prepared for placement and obtain positions which are of the highest quality. Previously, our students have completed placements in Amadeus Barcelona and Madrid, Telefonica.

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

Economics (Major) with Spanish highlights

Internationally Renowned Experts

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

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, trips abroad and educational seminars.

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.

Further Study Opportunities

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

Career Development

During the third year of the degree, students complete a 9 to 12 month placement in a Spanish speaking country. Previously our students have completed placements in Amadeus Barcelona and Madrid and Telefonica. The placement year provides students with an excellent opportunity to further their knowledge of the Spanish language. A Careers and Work Placement Office in the Business School will help you to prepare and obtain placement positions.

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 opportunity to do group projects gave me skills incredibly important for my future employment. Economics at Queen’s provided me with a unique perspective, and students are given insights into important research undertaken by our lecturers.” David Jordan, Belfast, BSc Economics Graduate

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Post A-level Spanish
ABB including A-level Spanish + GCSE Mathematics grade B/6
Note: for applicants who have not studied A-level Spanish then AS-level Spanish grade B would be acceptable in lieu of A-level Spanish.

Beginners Spanish
ABB + GCSE Spanish grade B or evidence of linguistic ability in another language + GCSE Mathematics grade B/6
Note: the Beginners' option is not available to those who have studied A-level or AS-level Spanish.

Note: if the language is studied at a higher level then the grade required at that level must be achieved.

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.

The skillset of an Economics graduate is highly sought after by employers, 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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