Business Economics BA (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 180 graduates of Business Economics BA (Hons) and other courses in Tourism, Transport and Travel at Leeds Beckett University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Tourism, Transport and Travel.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22910 | £20830 | £24369 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19839 - £26189 | £16042 - £26488 | £18552 - £31827 |
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Course Description
Be the change that employers seek - learn how social and economic environments affect organisations and how to make positive changes.
Develop key skills in economics, accounting and management with a strong vocational focus.
As part of this 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
Find out more
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.
Our guest lecture series will help support your development. Past speakers include the CEO of the London Stock Exchange, the Chief Executive of the British Bankers Association and the Chief Economist of Yorkshire Bank. To view and register for any upcoming guest lectures, visit our university events webpage.
Why study Business Economics at Leeds Beckett University...
- 100% of BA (Hons) Business Economics graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation*
- 92% of students on BA (Hons) Business Economics were positive about the way teaching staff explain things**
- 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
- Take the opportunity to study abroad for a semester in year two at venues around the world
Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 20-21
*National Student Survey 2023
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Tourism, Transport and Travel
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Qualification requirements
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Business Economics BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Leeds Beckett University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Leeds Beckett University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #42
- #53
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- Economics
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #50
- #63
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- Economics
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About Leeds Beckett University
Established in 1824, Leeds Beckett University is located on the Northern side of Leeds City Centre. There are a variety of campus buildings in the area, including the Polytechnic site, Electric Press, the Old Broadcasting House, the university’s Business School, and more. Leeds is the ideal student city, with an abundance of activities and nightlife to take advantage of, plus a reliable bus service for getting around easily.
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Student composition of Leeds Beckett University
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Total number of students enrolled at Leeds Beckett University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 16235
- postgraduates:
- 3890
- Total:
- 20125
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Business Economics”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Business Economics BA (Hons) | University of Greenwich | - | - | - | £9250 | £16150 £17000 | - | London | On campus Full-time |
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Business Economics and Finance (with placement year) BSc (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | - | - | - | £9250 | £24000 | - | Loughborough | On campus Full-time |
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Business Economics (with Placement Year) BA (Hons) | University of Hull | 100% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £15400 | 127 | Hull | On campus Full-time |
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Financial and Business Economics with a Year in Business BSc Econ (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | - | - | - | £9250 | £21000 | - | Egham | On campus Full-time |
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Business Economics BSc (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | - | - | - | £9250 | £20800 | - | Belfast | On campus Full-time |
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Food Business and Marketing BSc (Hons) | University of Reading | - | - | - | £9250 | £22350 | - | Reading | On campus Full-time |
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
