Business Economics BSc (Hons)
University of Huddersfield
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 50 graduates of Business Economics BSc (Hons) and other courses in Chemistry at University of Huddersfield for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Chemistry.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Chemistry
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Chemistry 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 | £24500 | £21500 | £25500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £28000 | £16000 - £25500 | £18000 - £30500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Chemistry
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £27674 | £27544 | £32769 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24624 - £31553 | £22378 - £34459 | £26058 - £40941 |
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Course Description
Graduates with a strong understanding of economics are currently in-demand in the global business industry. Make your mark in this exciting sector with the help of this Business Economics BSc(Hons) degree.
This course aims to equip you with the integral skills in and knowledge of business operations and economics. You’ll be able to look at how economic issues are relevant in a business context, as well as learn how business managers make decisions after considering economic policies and other key financial issues, such as inflation. You’ll also learn in our state-of-the-art trading room.
Why Study Business Economics BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?
You can look forward to a high-quality education here, as your teachers rank in the top three in England for the proportion who hold doctorates (HESA 2022). Economics at Huddersfield is also top in Yorkshire for learning experience, learning opportunities, academic support and more (National Student Survey 2023).
On top of option modules, you’ll study a wide range of subjects including microeconomics and macroeconomics, international economics, industrial economics, and decision science.
Away from campus, you’ll gain relevant real-world experience. After the second year of the course, you’ll put your knowledge and skills to the test in an optional 48-week work placement in your area of interest, in the UK or abroad, utilising our links with local, national, and international companies throughout many industries.
This course will prepare you for a variety of potentially exciting careers in a range of fields in the industry. You could work as a finance officer, audit associate or financial analyst. You’ll be able to work for other organisations, or even pursue your passions by creating your own business.
Professional Bodies
You’ll be studying at an Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International-accredited Business School. Globally, fewer than six per cent of institutions offering business degrees achieve this accreditation.
Why Huddersfield?
Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.
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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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Business Economics BSc (Hons) at University of Huddersfield
| 20% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 20% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
| 5% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Chemistry
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Qualification requirements
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
In addition you must have GCSE Maths at grade 5 or above, or grade B or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme. Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry 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 BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £16500 | year 1 |
| International | £16500 | 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 University of Huddersfield in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Huddersfield in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #20
- #27
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- Economics
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #43
- #55
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- Economics
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #38
- #320
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- Economics
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
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- #43
- #401
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- Economics
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 27 October, 2023]
See all 28 university rankings of University of Huddersfield
About University of Huddersfield
The University of Huddersfield is a research university which is maintained through public funding, based in Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, England. The university’s main campus, known as Queensgate, is located within just five minute’s walking distance of Huddersfield city centre. In addition, there are two other campuses used for distinct functions, the Oldham campus and the Barnsley campus.
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Student composition of University of Huddersfield
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Huddersfield by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 11075
- postgraduates:
- 3010
- Total:
- 14085
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Similar courses
| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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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 BSc (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | - | - | - | £9000 | £16520 | - | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time |
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Financial and Business Economics BSc Econ (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | - | - | - | £9250 | £21000 | - | Egham | 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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Business Economics and Finance BSc (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | - | - | - | £9250 | £24000 | - | Loughborough | 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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Business Economics with Marketing BSc (Hons) | University of Dundee | 68% | 10% | 10% | £9250 | £20900 | 174 | Dundee | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 27 October, 2023
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023
