Delve deeper into economic concepts and how they apply to the real world with this BSc Economics course.
At Hull, we want everything we teach to have a genuine use in the real world. That’s why we don’t just teach you the theory and nothing else.
Here, you’ll delve deeper and explore how economic issues relate to public policy and how they impact industry, society and people.
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About this course
Gain a thorough grounding in economics as part of a degree with real-world relevance at its core.
Topics include digitisation and technological change, social inequality, climate change, financial crises, growth, and the effects of pandemics like COVID-19. You’ll learn how sophisticated tools are used to apply economic theory to these global issues.
We also have links with major international businesses so you can get real industry experience on placement with the likes of Siemens Gamesa, Verition Fund Management LLC, Cranswick and GE Aerospace, or spend a year with the Government Economic Service or the Office for National Statistics.
In your final year, you’ll also have the chance to take an internship (that’s in addition to the extra option of studying abroad or spending a year on placement in industry). It’s an amazing opportunity to apply your knowledge in a real working environment – and enhance your employability at the same time.
This degree shares a common first year with our BA Business Economics programme so you can choose to switch direction in the second year if you develop a particular area of interest.
Together, we can make the world add up
Foundation year
A foundation year at the University of Hull gives you a solid grounding of knowledge and boosts your academic skills, so you can progress on to your chosen programme with confidence.  
The foundation course you enrol on may not be an exact match to your chosen degree, but don’t worry. Our foundation courses combine content from multiple related courses in the same subject area, giving you more flexibility and choice about the degree path you take.
For example, if you apply for a Music Foundation Year, you’ll join our Media Foundation course. So, if you decide to switch - say, from Music to Graphic Design - you can do so without restarting your foundation year. 
Module options
Each year, you’ll study modules worth a certain number of credits, and you need 120 credits per year. Most modules are 20 credits – so you’ll study six modules each year. Some longer modules, such as a dissertation, are worth more. In these cases, you’ll study fewer modules - but the number of credits will always add up to 120. Some modules are compulsory, some are optional, so you can build a course that’s right for you.
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Preparing for Learning in Higher Education
This module is designed to give you the best possible start to your university studies, making sure you have all the essential skills you need to succeed. Through lectures and workshops we will teach you how to write in an academic style, how to find quality sources, and how to reference work, culminating in writing up a mini-research project.
core
20 credits
Introduction to Business
Develop an understanding of a range of contemporary themes facing managers and the range of ethical dilemmas they pose. You will explore the managerial implications of issues like globalisation, international trade, demographic changes and sustainability developments.
core
20 credits
Research in the Humanities, Social Sciences and Education
This module will equip you with the necessary skills to conduct and analyse research in a specific interest, supported by academics within your subject. You'll navigate through the research process, from identifying an area of interest to presenting findings to your peers.
core
20 credits
Group Challenge (Humanities)
Formulate and execute a group led enquiry into texts, cultural artefacts, film, music or dance. You'll explore their topics in groups at supervised workshops and develop questions on the cultural object relates to the living world of human experience, as well as developing your own methods to answer these questions.
compulsory
20 credits
Foundation in Data Analysis
Develop a strong foundation in data collection and analysis. This module will introduce you to qualitative and quantitative data and how to analyse it; the collection of primary and secondary data; the production of high-quality graphics; and report writing.
compulsory
20 credits
Academic Writing Skills
Developing confidence in expression, oral as well as written, is a key feature of this module, which aims to familiarise you with university submission and assessment procedures. This is a clear building block towards your degree programme and places you at a distinct advantage when you move into the following year.
compulsory
20 credits
An Introduction to Economics
This introduction covers both microeconomics (the affairs of individual consumers, firms and government) and macroeconomics (the study of the economy as a whole).
compulsory
20 credits
Developing Self and Others
Assessing your human skills and developing good habits is central to your professional development. This module allows you to gain a better understanding of what is needed from the wider business perspective and apply theories of positive habit development in practice.Â
compulsory
20 credits
Accounting and Finance
Delve into topics such as financing decisions, cost behaviour, cost-volume-profit analysis, absorption costing, variance analysis and budgeting.
compulsory
20 credits
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Our Business School is a vibrant community of extremely talented staff, with our economics lecturers boasting international knowledge and experience from all over the world.
Specific areas of expertise include marine and environment economics, energy, international finance, and more – so you know your education is in good hands.
Dr Scott McCracken
Lecturer in Economics
Scott joined the University of Hull after completing his PhD at the Australian National University in 2012. His research interests include industrial organisation, international trade, and other applications of microeconomic theory.
Dr Michael Nolan
Senior Lecturer in Economics
A senior lecturer and programme director of our undergraduate economics courses, Michael previously taught at the University of St Andrews before returning to his home city of Hull. His past research projects include working with the Home Office.
Entry Requirements
What do I need?
When it comes to applying to university, you'll need a certain number of UCAS points. Different qualifications and grades are worth a different amount of points. For this course, you'll need 80 UCAS points.
For applicants with qualifications in subjects other than those key to the degree, we will usually require a minimum of 80 points from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications.Â
We consider experience and qualifications from the UK and worldwide which may not exactly match the combinations above.
But it's not just about the grades - we'll look at your whole application. We want to know what makes you tick, and about your previous experience, so make sure that you complete your personal statement.
Have questions? Our admissions team will be happy to help.
Typical offer
80 UCAS points
A levels
CDD
BTEC
MMP
Fees & Funding
How much is it?
Tuition fees for 2027 entry have not been confirmed. Please use 2026-27 information as a guide.
For UK students, our standard course fee is £9,790 per year. Keep in mind that some courses are longer - for example, spending your third year abroad will make your degree four years in total.
If you choose to study a foundation year as part of your course, the fee is £5,760.
Planning a year abroad? This costs £1,465 for UK students.
Thinking about a year in industry? This is £1,955 for UK students.
How do I pay for it?
You can take out a tuition fee loan to cover the full cost of your course. Once you’ve successfully applied for this, you don’t need to do anything else – the money is sent straight to us.
You can also take out a maintenance loan of up to £10,544 a year to cover your living costs, depending on your household income.
Remember, you won’t start paying your loans back until you’ve left university and earn more than £25,000 per year.
See our full fees and funding information for more details and to find out what support we can offer.
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Foundation Year Fee
£5,760
Standard Tuition Fee
£9,790 / year
The amount you pay may increase each year, in line with inflation - but capped to the Retail Price Index.
Future prospects
Graduates will be well placed to enter the Government Economic Service, the UK's principal employer of economists. They will also be qualified for positions in economic consultancies or trade and representative bodies such as the CBI, as well as in industry and commerce.
Examples of firms which have taken on our graduates recently are Hull Trains, RWE, Npower, IBM, Young’s Seafood, BAE Systems, Deutsche Börse Group and Airbus.
Our graduates include Muhtar Kent, former CEO of The Coca Cola Company; Jeremy Darroch, Executive Chairman, Sky plc; and Professor Guido Imbens, winner of the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2021.
Become part of the next generation of futuremakers
Like what you've seen? Then it's time to apply.
The standard way is to apply through UCAS. This will give you the chance to showcase your skills qualities and passion for the subject, as well as providing us with your academic qualifications.
Not ready to apply yet?
Visit our next Open Day, and see all that the University of Hull has to offer. Talk to our lecturers about your subject, find out what university is really like from our current students, and take a tour of our beautiful campus and amazing facilities.
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