Economics BSc Honours
We offer a practical economics education, experienced faculty, interactive learning, industry connections, and strong employability prospects, making it an excellent choice for studying economics
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- Code
- L101
- Attendance
- Full-time, Part-time
- Start
- September 2025
- Fees
- £9,250 (UK) | £16,600 (INT)
- Duration
- 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
- Course Leader
- Joris Gillet
- Study mode
- On campus
- Location
- Hendon campus
- Entry Requirements
- 96 UCAS points
- Placement year
- Yes
- School / Department
- Business School
100% of students were positive about the quality of learning resources and facilities on this course – National Student Survey (NSS) 2023
Why choose Economics BSc Honours at Middlesex?
This degree weaves academic learning into the business context. Upon graduation, you'll have the necessary skills and experience to develop a career in government departments, banks, risk and insurance sectors, investment and broking firms, retail and manufacturing firms, and charities.
Some of the benefits of joining us on this course include:
- Placements, internship opportunities and industry exposure to prepare you to take up positions in government, private sector, voluntary organisations and academia
- A focus on applying knowledge to the industry context
- An advisory board made up of eminent economists and industry personnel
- A department with strong tutorial expertise in behavioural economics and policy-related areas such as development.
The main skills you will learn on the degree are economic analysis and applying economic thinking to understand the (business) world around us. But the set of skills you will acquire is much broader: you will learn data analysis, strategic thinking, communication skills, all the tools and skills that will make you stand out in the labour market.
What you will gain
If you are interested in starting your own business, working in business or becoming a financial or economic analyst, this is the course for you. You'll learn the theories and methods that help businesses analyse their performance and take measures to help them thrive.
You'll develop your understanding of how economies and businesses work and the wider potential impacts on financial growth.
You will learn about economics, and gain transferable skills such as communication and computational skills.
You'll learn to study, question and interpret data and develop confident communication skills to present and discuss your findings. You'll also be able to design data collection tools as well as analyse and interpret the data with the aim of improving economic decision-making, including business decisions and operations.
We have 145 years of experience delivering professional, creative and technical education that prepares students – like you – for success in global careers.
What you will learn
We will help you develop the main skills in economics, including data analysis, group presentation and discussion, writing and report preparation.
Our Economics Department has strong expertise in behavioural and experimental economics as well as econometrics. We will help you to apply economic theory and knowledge to business practice. We have links with financial, governmental and voluntary organisations, and you'll be supported on work placements and internships and also to study overseas at linked universities.
You will learn about the following during your studies:
- Individual and firm behaviour under uncertainty
- Price determinism and discrimination
- Game theory and oligopolistic pricing using game theory
- World financial markets
- Regulators and financial instruments
- Securities analysis and investment
- Econometrics and sampling techniques
- Risk and probability distributions.
You'll also develop a robust ability to use Excel, Stata and other statistical software, interpret financial data and write business reports.
3 great reasons to pick this course
Part-time study
Study at your own pace alongside work and other commitments and get the skills and knowledge you need to progress in your career.
When choosing a part-time course, you will study the same modules as the full-time course but over a longer period.
Find out more about the many benefits of studying part-time at Middlesex University.
About your course
The course will develop your skills by:
- Providing you with a theoretical and practical training in microeconomics, macroeconomics and data analytic methods as well as specialisation in fields such as monetary policy, behavioural economics, and strategic economic decision making
- Developing your analytical and quantitative skills, and your capacity to analyse economic data for policy and business evaluation
- Preparing your communication skills so that you can deliver complex economics concepts and techniques to a non-specialised audience
- Developing your confidence to make the right decisions for your future careers through our award-winning embedded employability support sessions
- Providing opportunities to network with employers and alumni as well as academic resources
- Providing you with core skills including analytical, numerical, technological, communication, collaboration and independent learning skills
- Preparing you for professional careers in consultancy, public sector, private research organisations, financial industry, and international institutions
- Providing you with the knowledge and skills to continue your economics studies or in related or in multidisciplinary areas that involve economics.
Modules
This is a three or four year degree, depending on an optional industry placement year. It can also be studied part-time over six years. The work placement year takes place between the second and third years of the degree. Your full-time study years are structured a certain way as shown on the right for each year.
The first year covers a range of modules aimed at providing you with a comprehensive understanding of fundamental economic principles, their applications, statistical analysis, and quantitative techniques.
This module introduces theoretical concepts of economic decision making. The module presents the principal elements of microeconomics as a basis for understanding the operations of markets, efficient resource allocation, an awareness of market failures and the microeconomic effects of economic policy, the trade-off between private and social incentives, with special attention given to theories around decision making under risk or incomplete information. Basic concepts of behavioural economics are also discussed.
This module develops your understanding of key concepts in economics, mathematics, statistics through practical application. It introduces the application of microeconomic and macroeconomic theories to analyse real-world economic issues. The module will enhance analytical thinking, reasoning skills, and the capability to abstract and solve problems, fostering an understanding of commonly used mathematical and statistical techniques for interpreting data.
This module presents an overview of key financial markets and institutions along with the key concepts of monetary policy to prepare you for more advanced and specialist studies in the second and third years. The module introduces you to monetary policy, basic macroeconomic indicators, different financial institutions and how they interact in the market. It adopts both a quantitative and qualitative approach to explaining the functioning and importance of financial markets and institutions, and monetary policy supported by real world examples.
This module provides a thorough grounding of the statistical methods and computer software for the analysis and presentation of accounting and economic data. It caters for students with some prior mathematical knowledge, and while you are expected to complete mathematical calculations by hand and using a computer the emphasis is on the interpretation and communication of quantitative results.
This module enables you to undertake and reflect on approved work experiences and a range of personal and professional development activities, for a minimum of eighteen weeks full time employment. This will provide you with an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of work and develop effective strategies to deal with and understand work and organisational life. The module will enable you to develop your ability to articulate your graduate competencies and demonstrate your commercial awareness.
The second year builds upon the foundational knowledge gained in the first year and delves deeper into the field of economics with specialised modules in micro- and macroeconomics. It also covers more advanced statistical (econometrics) and quantitative skills.
This module provides you with a set of tools to analyse time-series economic data and use them to produce forecasts. You will be able to recognise issues arising when analysing time-series data, specify and estimate suitable econometric models to produce reliable forecasts.
On this module you will the models and techniques of macroeconomics at an intermediate level and develop an appreciation of current controversies with respect to the formulation, implementation and impact of macroeconomic policies.
This module develops your knowledge of microeconomics theories that can be used to explain consumer and firm behaviour. The aims of this module are to provide analytical tools for students to evaluate theories of consumer and investor behaviour and to analyse and compare firms’ production and pricing policies under different firm objectives.
This module develops your skills in applying the principles and methods of social survey research, and the econometric analysis of social survey responses. It will introduce you to survey methods and basic econometric techniques and the skills to carry out qualitative and quantitative analysis. It will expose you to survey methods and design using software such as SurveyMonkey or Qualtrics. It will also teach you the basic econometric toolkit necessary to analyse the result of their surveys such as regression analysis and non-parametric tests using software such as Excel and Stata.
Building upon your first work experience module, you will undertake approved work experiences and personal and professional development activities, for a minimum of 18 weeks full time employment. This gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of work and develop effective strategies to understand work and organisational life. The module will help you to demonstrate your commercial awareness.
For this module you will undertake an approved work experiences and personal and professional development activities, for a minimum of 18 weeks full time employment. This will provide you with an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of work and develop strategies to deal with and understand work and organisational life. The module will enable you to develop your ability to articulate your graduate competencies and demonstrate your commercial awareness.
In the third year, you'll delve into more specialised and advanced areas of the field, especially in macroeconomics and econometrics. In combination with our range of optional modules, the third-year modules will provide you with advanced knowledge and analytical skills in specific areas of economics, enabling you to specialise in your areas of interest.
This module will advance your understanding of macroeconomic analysis, focusing on rigorous and technical analysis of macroeconomic concepts. It includes two main components: business cycle formation and monetary economics with Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium models. The module studies macro-level policymaking, providing a comprehensive exploration of advanced macroeconomic theories and its real-world applications.
This module provides you with a set of tools to understand and analyse economic data for policy evaluation. The module will expose you to econometric strategies frequently used in applied microeconomics and behavioural research. You will be able to recognise data problems and how they may affect causal interpretations, specify and estimate econometrics models for policy evaluation, and be able to undertake empirical research individually and independently.
This module provides a comprehensive exposure to the insights and methods of game theory, behavioural and experimental economics. The first part is designed to introduce the main solution concepts of game theory and aims at providing a formal framework for the analysis of how individuals and firms behave in context of strategic interaction. The second part of the module is intended to assess the predicted power of different (micro)economic theories when it comes to actual human behaviour and real experimental data.
This module will present the main developments in automated trading and FinTech in the past two decades. A practical understanding of automated trading will be developed by using extensive worked examples of Python and R codes, which are the main languages used in automated finance. The module will provide you with a working knowledge of financial technology applications such as blockchain, crypto assets, crowdfunding and P2P finance.
This module gives an overview of the state-of-the-art literature in key fields of economics. It adopts both a quantitative and qualitative approach to explaining the current research in these fields and their policy implications supported by real world examples. It will provide you with analytical skills and research knowledge to prepare you for more advanced and specialist studies in graduate schools and jobs in the industries.
This module is for you to undertake an approved work experience and personal and professional development activities, for a minimum of 30 days full time employment. This will provide you with an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of work and develop effective strategies to deal with and understand work and organisational life. The module will develop your ability to articulate your graduate competencies and demonstrate commercial awareness.
To find our more about this course, please download the Economics BSc programme specification (PDF).
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Teaching
You'll be taught by an experienced teaching team with a wide range of expertise and professional experience.
You will gain knowledge and understanding through guided reading of textbooks, academic journals, computer software, in-class exercises, labs, workshops and seminars.
You’ll develop cognitive skills through reading the required texts and articles; listening, discussing and presenting a series of topics and theories; identifying suitable research articles to support your learning; organising and analysing datasets with appropriate software in labs; applying theory to specific problems and producing a significant piece of work based on your analysis.
You will be studying at our leafy north London campus in Hendon.
During your first year, your weekly timetable will typically consist of:
- 4 hours of workshops
- 8 hours of seminars.
Outside of teaching hours, you’ll learn independently through self-study which will involve reading articles and books, working on projects, undertaking research, and preparing for assessments including coursework, presentations and exams.
Here is an indication of how you will split your time:
Year 1
| Percentage | Hours | Typical activity |
|---|---|---|
| 24% | 72 | Teaching, learning and assessment |
| 76% | 228 | Independent learning |
Year 2
| Percentage | Hours | Typical activity |
|---|---|---|
| 24% | 72 | Teaching, learning and assessment |
| 76% | 228 | Independent learning |
Year 3
| Percentage | Hours | Typical activity |
|---|---|---|
| 24% | 72 | Teaching, learning and assessment |
| 76% | 228 | Independent learning |
Whether you are studying full or part-time – your course timetable will balance your study commitments on campus with time for work, life commitments and independent study.
We aim to make timetables available to students at least 2 weeks before the start of term. Some weeks are different due to how we schedule classes and arrange on-campus sessions.
Academic support
Our excellent teaching and support teams will help you develop the skills relevant to your degree from research and practical skills to critical thinking. And we offer free 24-hour laptop loans with full desktop software, free printing and Wi-Fi to use on or off campus, even over the weekend.
Your knowledge and understanding will be assessed by presentations, business case studies and practical, authentic written assignments.
Your cognitive skills will be assessed by practice based individual and group coursework assignments, oral presentations and in class tests.
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North London campus
Our north London campus is 23 minutes away by underground train, travelling from London Kings Cross.
Learn moreFacilities and support
Our Sheppard Library provides a wide range of resources and support to help you to succeed in your studies.
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Over 1,000 study spaces including rooms for group study and over 500 computers available.
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We have one of London's biggest and best university campuses with everything you need in one place.
Our facilitiesStudent support
We offer lots of support to help you while you're studying including financial advice, wellbeing, mental health, and disability support.
Additional needs
We'll support you if you have additional needs such as sensory impairment or dyslexia. And if you want to find out whether Middlesex is the right place for you before you apply, get in touch with our Disability and Dyslexia team.
Wellness
Our specialist teams will support your mental health. We have free individual counselling sessions, workshops, support groups and useful guides.
Work while you study
Our Middlesex Unitemps branch will help you find work that fits around uni and your other commitments. We have hundreds of student jobs on campus that pay the London Living Wage and above. Visit the Middlesex Unitemps page.
Financial support
You can apply for scholarships and bursaries and our MDX Student Starter Kit to help with up to £1,000 of goods, including a new laptop or iPad.
We have also reduced the costs of studying with free laptop loans, free learning resources and discounts to save money on everyday things. Check out our guide to student life on a budget.
How can the BSc Economics support your career?
Economists with analytical and quantitative skills are highly sought after by both the private and public sector, big and small firms, large international agencies, schools and universities, economic policy institutes, social organisations, and the banking and financial services sector.
Students exiting the course could have a career as an applied economist, business analyst, economic consultant, energy research officer, environmental economist, financial policy advisor, health or international economist, institution development coordinator, teaching in economics, microeconomic or policy analyst, trainee dealer or in pricing department for mobile phone companies, airlines, power industry, etc.
You may also wish to further enhance your career opportunities and undertake post-graduate education.
Placements
A 12-month placement is offered at the end of year two (Thick Sandwich mode).
Alternatively, you can opt for two smaller placements over the years one and two of the course including the summers between their years of study (Thin Sandwich Mode).
A dedicated employability advisor will help in the search for an employer who can provide you with an appropriate placement. They will also provide you with guidance and support in preparation for, as well as during and after the placement.
The placement forms the basis for an assessed report based on the organisation.
At the start of the placement you will be allocated an individual supervisor who provides support and advice for the duration of the project.
You are supported throughout the placement with a series of award-winning talks, workshops and engagement with professional bodies and employers.
MDXworks
Our employability service, MDXworks will launch you into the world of work from the beginning of your course, with placements, projects and networking opportunities through our 1000+ links with industry and big-name employers in London and globally.
Our dedicated lifetime career support, like our business start-up support programme and funding for entrepreneurs, has been recognised with the following awards:
- The top 20 UK universities for business leaders and entrepreneurs – Business Money, 2023
- A top 10 university for producing CEOs – Novuana, 2023.
Global network
You’ll study with students from 122 countries who’ll hopefully become part of your global network. And after you graduate, we'll still support you through our alumni network to help you progress in your chosen career.
Entry requirements
At Middlesex, we're proud of how we recognise the potential of future students like you. We make fair and aspirational offers because we want you to aim high, and we’ll support you all the way. We’ll always be as flexible as possible and take into consideration any barriers you may have faced in your learning. And, if you don’t quite get the grades you hoped for, we’ll also look at more than your qualifications. Things like your work experience, other achievements and your personal statement.
Qualifications
- UCAS points
- 96 UCAS points
- A Levels
- CCC
- BTEC
- MMM
- Access requirements
- UCAS Tariff points from Access to HE Diplomas are accepted. Must include 45 credits at level 3
- Combinations
- A combination of A level, BTEC and other accepted qualifications that total 96 UCAS Tariff points
We accept students with a wide range of qualifications, including combinations of qualifications.
Our entry requirements page outlines how we make offers.
We'll accept T Levels for entry onto our undergraduate degree courses (including our extended courses with a foundation year) with standard application of science requirements and of Maths and English GCSEs in line with UCAS tariff calculation.
Mature students (over 21)
We welcome applications from mature candidates, including those without formal qualifications, provided you can demonstrate relevant experience and ability.
Academic credit
If you have a qualification such as a foundation degree or HND or have gained credit at another university, you may be able to enter a Middlesex University course in year two or three. Find out how you can transfer courses.
If you have relevant qualifications or work experience, we may be able to count this towards your entry requirements. Find out more about prior learning accreditation.
We welcome students from the UK and all over the world. Join students from over 122 countries and discover why so many international students call our campus home:
- Quality teaching with top facilities plus flexible online learning
- Welcoming north London campus that's only 30 minutes from central London
- Work placements and networking with top London employers
- Award-winning career support to get you where you want to go after university.
Qualifications
We accept a wide range of international qualifications. Find out more about the accepted qualifications on your country's support page. If you are unsure of the suitability of your qualifications or would like help with your application, please contact your nearest international office.
English language
You will need to meet our English language requirements. And, don’t worry If you don't meet our minimum English language requirements, as we offer a Pre-sessional English course.
Visas
To study with us in the UK, you might need a Student visa. Please check to see if this applies to you.
You can apply now via UCAS using the code L101. Visit the UCAS site today.
Need help with your application? Check out our undergraduate application page.
Interviews
You won’t be required to attend an interview for this course.
Fees
The fees below are for the 2025/26 academic year:
UK students1
Full-time: £9,250
Part-time: £77 per taught credit
International students2
Full-time students: £16,600
Part-time students: £138 per taught credit
Additional costs
The following study tools are included in your fees:
- Free access to resources, learning materials and software you need to succeed on your course
- Free laptop loans for up to 24 hours
- Free specialist software for your course
- Free printing for academic paperwork
- Free online training with LinkedIn Learning.
Scholarships and bursaries
To help make uni affordable, we do everything we can to support you including our:
- MDX Excellence Scholarship offers grants of up to £2,000 per year for UK students
- Regional or International Merit Awards which reward International students with up to £2,000 towards course fees
- Our MDX Student Starter Kit to help with up to £1,000 of goods, including a new laptop or iPad.
Find out more about undergraduate funding and all of our scholarships and bursaries.
Fees disclaimers
1. UK fees: The university reserves the right to increase undergraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. The tuition fees for part-time UK study are subject to annual review and we reserve the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation.
2. International fees: Tuition fees are subject to annual review and we reserve the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation.
Any annual increase in tuition fees as provided for above will be notified to students at the earliest opportunity in advance of the academic year to which any applicable inflationary rise may apply.
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Unistats information
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Our priority will always be to maintain academic standards and quality so that your learning outcomes are not affected by any adjustments that we may have to make.
At all times we’ll aim to keep you well informed of how we may need to respond to changing circumstances, and about support that we’ll provide to you.