BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne United Kingdom | Northumbria University

Our BSc (Hons) in Economics and Finance equips you with the analytical abilities and expertise required to thrive in the financial industry. Developed based on our faculty's cutting-edge research and supported by strong corporate partnerships, this program offers comprehensive training in contemporary economics and its impact on global financial systems. Throughout your studies, you'll explore microeconomics, macroeconomics, corporate governance, and social responsibility in depth.

Newcastle Business School serves as your academic home, with the opportunity in your third year to gain practical experience through an optional industry placement. This allows you to implement classroom knowledge while building valuable professional connections. Our students have completed placements with prestigious organizations like the Bank of England and Bloomberg LP, often leading to permanent employment after graduation.

How does this program prepare you for professional success? Our Economics and Finance degree cultivates the next generation of investment professionals, financial experts, and business strategists. We've incorporated an optional year-long placement after your second year to enhance career prospects, with our dedicated team securing opportunities at top-tier institutions including central banks and major financial corporations.

Upon completion, you'll master data interpretation, clear presentation of complex information, evidence-based decision making, and practical programming applications. The program also provides excellent preparation for advanced study through our postgraduate offerings like International Finance and Investment, Accounting and Finance, or Finance MSc programs.

Graduates emerge with highly marketable skills including critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and the ability to develop sustainable, ethical solutions - hallmarks of a Northumbria University education.

Program Duration: 3 years full-time or 4 years with placement (sandwich) option, including study abroad opportunities