BA (Hons) Business Economics
Leeds Beckett University
Key Information
Campus location
Leeds, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 - 4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
GBP 9,250 / per year *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* For UK/EU national. £13,000 for International Students.. International students are eligible for a scholarship of £1000 per year.
Introduction
Develop key skills in economics, accounting and management with a strong vocational focus.
As part of your course you’ll:
- Explore the principles of economics and how they apply to business
- Gain both a theoretical and practical understanding of the economic decisions faced by business managers
- Develop the ability to analyse the economic and social environments in which those decisions are taken
If you take a paid work placement in your third year you’ll develop and enhance your employability skills. Past students have completed placements with companies including Mercedes Benz, Price Waterhouse Cooper and high street retail banks.
We will encourage you to enhance your entrepreneurial skills through a range of national student competitions such as the IBM University Business Challenge.
Why study Business Economics at Leeds Beckett University
- Explore the principles of economics and how they apply to business
- Gain a greater understanding of how financial markets work through our Virtual Investment Club
- Meet representatives from organisations such as Deloitte to gain an understanding of how economics work in business
- Utilise the university's local, national and international connections to seek a year's paid work placement that will hone your skills and give you a head start in the employment market
- Take the opportunity to study abroad for a semester in year two at venues around the world
Curriculum
Teaching And Learning
Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
We are committed to ensuring that the opportunity to experience an education here at Leeds Beckett University is open to all. If you're thinking of joining us to study for your undergraduate degree, you may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary.
Bursaries are usually awarded depending on household income, whilst scholarships are available for a number of areas, and are based on sporting or academic excellence.
Program Tuition Fee
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Career Opportunities
You will possess the skills and knowledge essential for a career as an economist, or you could enter another area of business such as management or accountancy. You will be primed for a trainee management position or company graduate programme that will put you on the fast track to a leadership role. Our graduates are working in industries as diverse as banking and car manufacturing.
- Economist
- Economic Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Data Analyst
Beckett Careers Team
Our Beckett Careers Team will support you with all aspects of your career planning, throughout university and beyond. Whether you’re looking for a part-time job or want to gain experience alongside your studies, need help preparing an application or exploring graduate job options, we can provide expert support every step of the way!
Throughout your university journey and up to five years after you graduate you'll have access to a broad range of support and tools to help you with:
- Getting ready to apply for jobs
- Working on your CV
- Preparing for an interview
- Applying for graduate vacancies or placements
- Connecting with employers and organisation.
Facilities
English Language Requirements
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