Economics BSc (Hons)
University of East London
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 170 graduates of Economics BSc (Hons) and other courses in CAH15 at University of East London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in CAH15.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Economics
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of CAH15 at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £27000 | £27000 | £27500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £30000 | £20000 - £32000 | £17000 - £38500 |
All Economics courses of University of East London
Salary of all UK Graduates of Economics
| 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 |
All Economics courses in the UK
Course Description
Our BSc Economics equips you with the right skills to tackle the different challenges you’ll face in the ever-changing business world.
This professionally recognised course (CISI), ensures that you graduate with the skills that employers need, delivered by leading experts in the field that care passionately about their subject.
You will gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the methods, theory and applications of economic science and finance, as well their functions in the contemporary business world.
Alongside essential academic theory, this course will develop your problem-solving, technical and analytical skills as you apply economic analysis to real-life issues, based on case studies from our major business links.
The course has a strong emphasis on the world of work, so you'll benefit from skills and enterprise workshops, and we’ll help you to find work experience through our network of connections in busy Stratford, iconic Canary Wharf and beyond. Through your understanding of key developments in the global business environment, you will be prepared for a career as an economist as well as a skilled manager, researcher, analyst or strategist working in finance, banking, business management, consulting, commerce, the public sector and voluntary organisations.
Our extended foundation course is perfect if you want a degree in economics but you don't have the standard entry requirements. We prepare you for your degree during the foundation year, bringing you up to speed with academic skills and a firm grounding in the subject. You can then go on to study the full undergraduate degree.
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.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Economics BSc (Hons) at University of East London
| 20% | Teaching Professionals |
| 20% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 20% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 10% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 10% | Design occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Economics BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £14160 | year 1 |
| International | £14160 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in London
| 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)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
Positions of University of East London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of East London in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #32
- #44
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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 University of East London
The University of East London, often abbreviated to UEL, states their goal being to become the leading careers-focused university in the United Kingdom. UEL operates from three different campuses; Stratford Campus, Docklands Campus, and University Square Stratford. The Docklands Campus is the largest of the three campuses, and is just a 15-20 minute walk away from Central London, and 10-15 minutes away from Canary Wharf by train.
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Student composition of University of East London
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Total number of students enrolled at University of East London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 10430
- postgraduates:
- 5400
- Total:
- 15830
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Economics”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Economics and Finance BSc (Hons) | University of Derby | 85% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £14900 | 98 | Derby | On campus Full-time |
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
