Economics
BSc (Hons)
Key facts
UCAS code
L100
Start dates
September 2023 / September 2024
Location
Course length
Full time: 3 Years, or 4 if a work placement is chosen
Part time: Up to 8 years
Department
UCAS Tariff Points
128
Overview
BSc (Hons) Economics is an exciting new programme that will equip you with the practical skills and knowledge required to thrive as an applied economist in a variety of topical contexts. The programme will focus on applying theoretical economics models to a variety of relevant topical issues such as:
- financial markets and crises
- sustainability
- the environment
- entrepreneurship
- innovation.
While you transition through the degree, you will be exposed to a range of experiences that will shape you into a graduate who is connected, engaged with society and resilient enough to adapt seamlessly in an age of disruption. You will benefit from deep and active learning that will equip you to be confident and creative in seeking innovative solutions to some of the biggest issues that face our society, such as:
- poverty
- inequality,
- financial instability
- sustainable development
- climate change
- technological innovation
- entrepreneurship.
How to apply
Wherever possible we make our conditional offers using the UCAS Tariff. The combination of A-level grades listed here would be just one way of achieving the UCAS Tariff points for this course.
Standard offer
UCAS Tariff Points: 128
A Level: ABB
IB Points: 32
BTEC: DDM
Entry requirements
Specific entry requirements
GCSE: English (grade C/4 or above), Mathematics (grade C/4 or above)
Please also see the University's general entry requirements.
English requirements for visas
If you need a student visa to enter the UK you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration minimum language requirements as well as the University's requirements. Find out more about English language requirements.
International applications
Applications are also welcomed for consideration from applicants with international qualifications or recognised foundation courses. For advice on eligibility, please see our country pages.
If you don’t achieve the required tariff points you can apply to join a foundation course, like Foundation in Business or an international foundation course to help to reach the required level for entry onto this degree.
Pathways courses for international and EU students
If you do not meet the entry requirements for this degree, or if you would like more preparation before you start, you can take an international foundation course. Once you enrol, you will have a guaranteed pathway to this degree if you pass your foundation course with the required grades.
If you only need to meet the language requirements, you can take our pre-sessional English course. You will develop key language and study skills for academic success and you will not need to take an external language test to progress to your degree.
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment
When you accept our offer, you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment. You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.
Credit transfer
Many of our courses consider applications for entry part-way through the course for students who have credit from previous learning or relevant professional experience.
Find out more about transferring to Brookes. If you'd like to talk through your options, please contact our Admissions team.
Application process
Full time Home (UK) applicants
Apply through UCASPart time Home (UK) applicants
Apply direct to the UniversityInternational applicants
Apply direct to the UniversityFull time international applicants can also apply through UCAS
Tuition fees
Questions about fees?
Contact Student Finance on:
Tuition fees
Please note, tuition fees for Home students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by government. Tuition fees for International students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students.
Oxford Brookes University intends to maintain its fees for new and returning Home students at the maximum permitted level.
Additional costs
Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees. Specific additional costs for this course are detailed below.
Optional costs
| Additional costs | Amount (£) |
|---|---|
It’s your responsibility to cover print / binding costs where coursework submission is required. Please note that a lot of the coursework is now submitted online. |
From £30 |
| You may choose to purchase books to support your studies. Many books on our reading lists are available via the Library, or can be purchased secondhand. | £20-60 per book |
Accommodation fees in Brookes Letting (most do not include bills) |
£94-265 per week |
Accommodation fees in university halls (bills included, excluding laundry costs) |
£122-180 per week |
Graduation costs include tickets, gowning and photography. Gowns are not compulsory but typically students do hire robes, starting at £41. |
Typically £0-200 |
Students are responsible for their own travel to and from university for classes. BrookesBus travel is subsidised for full-time undergraduate students that are on a course with a fee of £9,250 or more, or living in an Oxford Brookes hall of residence. There is an administration fee for the production of a BrookesKey. |
From £8 |
Funding your studies
Financial support and scholarships
Featured funding opportunities available for this course.
All financial support and scholarships
Learning and assessment
In your first year, you will take a common set of modules that will provide an insight into the various pathways and employability opportunities that a degree in economics makes available to you. You will apply theoretical economics to the spheres of finance, sustainability, entrepreneurship and innovation.
In year 2, you continue your study of economics, exploring topics such as the economics of enterprise and innovation, international trade, and ways to enhance your employability. Based on your interests, aptitude and career aspirations, you can choose specialist modules that form a focus for the rest of your degree or you have the flexibility to study a varied mix of options spanning finance, sustainability and innovation.
In Year 3 we encourage you to go on a work placement.
Your final year will prepare you to be a well-rounded graduate, capable of demonstrating a critical understanding of the applications of economic principles and policies from an international perspective.
Study modules
Please note: As our courses are reviewed regularly as part of our quality assurance framework, the modules you can choose from may vary from those shown here. The structure of the course may also mean some modules are not available to you.
Learning and teaching
In this course we use a blended approach, combining face-to-face teaching and e-learning activities.
Teaching and learning methods include:
- lectures
- workshops
- seminar discussions
- group presentations
- analysis of numerical data
- case study analysis
- discussions of topical material (such as newspaper articles, videos and websites)
- computer-based exercises.
The e-learning component includes:
- quizzes and diagnostic assessments
- online discussion groups.
Throughout the course you will have close contact with your tutors and academic adviser.
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Assessment
Assessment methods used on this course
We will assess your progress with a variety of approaches including:
- reports
- essays
- case study analysis
- presentations
- examinations.
Each semester, practice assessments help you identify key strengths and weaknesses. You will benefit from ongoing in-depth, specific feedback on:
- your work
- placement year
- voluntary charitable accounting experiences.
This allows you to know exactly which areas you need to focus on to do the best you can in your studies. As well as develop yourself for your future career.
Most teaching and assessment activities take place between Mondays and Fridays, 9am to 7pm. There may be occasions when such activities may fall outside of these hours.
Study abroad
You may be able to go on a European or international study exchange while you are at Brookes. Most exchanges take place in the second year. Although we will help as much as we can with your plans, ultimately you are responsible for organising and funding this study abroad.
After you graduate
Career prospects
This course will prepare you for a career in accounting or economics, but will also prepare you to join a general graduate training scheme, set up your own business or study at postgraduate level. You will have the opportunity to enhance your employability by taking part in our successful project which will provide you with an invaluable experience: Accounting for Community: Engaging Students (ACES), where, after free training, you can gain real-world experience by performing voluntary accounting roles at local charities and community groups.
Free language courses
Free language courses are available to full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students on many of our courses, and can be taken as a credit on some courses.
Related courses
Programme changes:
On rare occasions we may need to make changes to our course programmes after they have been
published on the website. For more information, please visit our
changes to programmes page.