Richmond, The American International University in London
Economics BA (Hons)
Richmond, The American International University in London

Key Course Facts

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £30101 £31974 £42762
25-75 percentile range £25019 - £35263 £24892 - £42048 £30343 - £57314

Course Description

Economics is about a different way of thinking and looking at the world. You can rely on the lens of economics to explain almost anything about your environment.

This broad-ranging BA Economics degree offers formal and rigorous training in economic theory and offers many examples of their real-world applications, providing you with excellent career prospects and invaluable skills for life.

The first year at Richmond commences like our other BA programmes with a pioneering liberal arts programme which is inter-disciplinary, encompassing areas such as science and creativity. This programme will develop your key transferable skills which include communication and creative thinking. All in addition to a course which will give you a thorough grounding in economic ideas.

You will begin the second year with an introduction to the economics of development, followed by an exploration of the worlds of microeconomics and macroeconomics.

In your third and fourth years, you’ll be able to specialise in electives which appeal to you, as you choose from subjects such as Money and Banking, Global Energy Politics and International Finance. Diversity and innovation are shown in courses like Behavioural Economics which will open up more opportunities.

You’ll also have the opportunity to undertake an internship in a leading financial organisation, alongside a research project on a topic of your choice, improving your career options.

We run an active Economics and Investment Society which organises talks and events, to give a fresh take on Economics. You can also participate in the events we organise for our Wellbeing Research Centre.

Top reasons to study this programme:

  • Achieve broad perspective on Economics through wide- ranging programme which encompasses innovative aspects of the subject and the latest economic trends
  • Complement the study of Economics with valuable minors from other academic disciplines such as Maths, Law or Sustainability, improving your employability
  • Gain valuable training through a research project that will be a real showcase for future employers
  • Add desirable work experience to your CV through an international internship
  • Faculty with experience in the profession and small class sizes ensure individual attention for students

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Grading & Study Time

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for CAH15

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 5.0
    • Foundation
    • a minimum of IELTS 5.0 (for UKVI) in each element
    • 6.0
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 5.5 in Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing
    • -
    • Master in Art History
    • Contact organisation for score
    • -
    • Master in International Relations
    • Contact organisation for score
    • 5.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
    • 5.5 with 5.5 in Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Economics, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Economics BA (Hons)

Channel Islands £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
EU £15645 year 1
International £15645 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)

About Richmond, The American International University in London

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Student composition of Richmond, The American International University in London

Total number of students enrolled at Richmond, The American International University in London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
445
postgraduates:
115
Total:
560
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Where is this programme taught

Chiswick Park Campus
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