BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance

  • Undergraduate
  • London
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BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance
London Metropolitan University

Course Overview

Intake

January 2027

Duration

3 years

Course Description

This degree is designed for students who want to build a financially-focused career in economics. You will explore current debates regarding world growth patterns, trade flows, financial crises, and business lending. The course provides access to the institution's Financial Research and Trading Room, which features Bloomberg data, market information, and analytics used by global investment banks. Teaching staff include expert advisors to the European Commission and the UK Treasury, ensuring you learn from industry-recognised professionals. The course is available as a three-year full-time programme or a four-year part-time route. You will develop essential transferable skills such as teamwork, IT analysis, and problem-solving. Optional work placements and international study opportunities in France, Sweden, or the Netherlands are available to broaden your career horizons. Whether you are interested in banking, consultancy, or research, this course provides the analytical tools and practical experience needed to navigate the financial world effectively.

Tuition Fee Details

The tuition fee for UK home students is £9,790 per year for full-time study. Part-time study is charged at £2,445 per 30-credit module. Tuition fees for subsequent years may be subject to inflationary increases by the UK government. The university reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. More information on the latest fee can be found on the institution website.

Course Structure

Data Science, Research and Analysis

15 Credits

Financial Accounting

15 Credits

Introduction to Financial Markets and Institutions

15 Credits

Management Accounting Fundamentals

15 Credits

Maths and Stats for Economics and Finance

15 Credits

Political and Social Aspects of Economics

15 Credits

Principles of Macroeconomics

15 Credits

Principles of Microeconomics

15 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates have entered roles such as business analysts, financial case handlers, data and operational analysts, and compliance assistants at organisations like Nationwide, FDM Group, Lloyds, and BNP Paribas.

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/economics-and-finance---bsc-hons/ on 11 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.