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Economics and Finance BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Economics and Finance BSc (Hons)
Study modern economics and its applications to financial markets with our BSc Economics and Finance degree.
This three-year course will provide a rigorous foundation of economics and financial systems. Learn to apply economic theories to real-life problems in financial markets.
- How do investors make their investment decisions?
- Why did the financial crisis of 2007-2008 happen?
- What can be done to prevent the next financial crisis?
You will engage with specialist topics including:
- financial economic...
Study modern economics and its applications to financial markets with our BSc Economics and Finance degree.<br/><br/>This three-year course will provide a rigorous foundation of economics and financial systems. Learn to apply economic theories to real-life problems in financial markets.<br/><br/><br/>- How do investors make their investment decisions?<br/><br/><br/>- Why did the financial crisis of 2007-2008 happen?<br/><br/><br/>- What can be done to prevent the next financial crisis?<br/><br/><br/>You will engage with specialist topics including:<br/><br/><br/>- financial economics<br/><br/><br/>- financial modelling<br/><br/><br/>- corporate finance.<br/><br/><br/>The programme will equip you with analytical skills, decision-making skills, and advanced financial techniques for a successful career in the financial services sector as a banker, investment analyst, advisor, economist, or other related roles.<br/><br/>**For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/economics-ug/bsc-economics-and-finance.**
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
10/2025
Campus
Main Site
Course Address
Room 208
Pepper Lane
Reading
RG6 6AH
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Codes/info
Course Code
LN13
Institution Code
R12
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherAccess to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. AS/A-level Mathematics at grade B is also required. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE English at grade B (or 5) OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaDDD The OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma cannot be accepted on its own to cover the Maths subject requirement. A level or AS level Mathematics at grade B is also required. Scottish Advanced HigherCambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalExtended ProjectB In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Not Accepted OCR Cambridge Technical CertificateNot Accepted AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)Not Accepted A levelWelsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)A B The Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the grade achieved, except Mathematics. |
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £29,950 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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