Colchester,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Honours) in Financial Economics - Including Placement Year in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex
University of Essex
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Colchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
20,500
(c. USD27,432.08)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Financial developments frequently dominate news headlines, influencing not just the financial industry but nearly every facet of everyday living—from earnings and jobs to pricing, real estate worth, and home loan expenses. Our program grounds itself in fundamental economic theories, applying them to your exploration of banking institutions, securities markets, and investment vehicles. You'll gain comprehensive foundations in both economics and mathematics, alongside hands-on experience with quantitative research techniques.
The curriculum covers mathematical and statistical approaches to economic challenges and financial system operations, with elective subjects in financial economics such as:, Accounting basics, Competitive business strategies, Investment markets
Emerging financial technologies and payment systems, Debt securities and agreements
Today's job market seeks economics professionals capable of analytical reasoning, big data interpretation, and real-world problem-solving. Our program enhances your career prospects, bringing you nearer to your ideal position or advanced studies upon graduation.
Graduates find opportunities across diverse sectors, including financial services, corporate leadership, government roles, and professional accounting.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
GCSE: Mathematics B/5
A-levels: BBB - BBC or 120 – 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels
BTEC: DDM – DMM or 120 – 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels.
Other qualifications that hold UCAS tariff points, and combined qualifications: 120 – 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A levels or equivalent.
IB: 30 - 29 points or three Higher Level certificates with 555-554. Either must include Standard Level Mathematics grade 5, or a minimum of 3 in Higher Level Mathematics. We will accept grade 5 in either Standard Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Standard Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation.
Maths in the IB is not required if you have already achieved GCSE Maths at grade B/5 or above or 5 in IB Middle Years Maths.
We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programme courses (formerly certificates) at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for.
IELTS- 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
TOEFL IBT- 76 overall, with a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
Tuition
GBP
20,500