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The global financial services industry has generated a strong demand for economists with specialised knowledge of financial systems and markets. By combining both economics and finance, this course equips you to succeed in this sector.On our BSc (Hons) Business Economics and Finance degree you will study how firms and consumers behave in different markets, how capital markets operate and how financing decisions can improve the performance and efficiency of organisations.This Economics degree
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The global financial services industry has generated a strong demand for economists with specialised knowledge of financial systems and markets. By combining both economics and finance, this course equips you to succeed in this sector.On our BSc (Hons) Business Economics and Finance degree you will study how firms and consumers behave in different markets, how capital markets operate and how financing decisions can improve the performance and efficiency of organisations.This Economics degree equips you to interpret, communicate and apply financial information, appraise alternative investment opportunities and improve strategic decision making, portfolio planning and risk management.The first two years of the course develop your understanding of the essential core of Economics. You have the opportunity to study more specialised subjects such as financial economics in the second year and asset pricing and/or corporate finance and derivatives in the final year. The final year offers you the flexibility to specialise even further by choosing optional modules that are most suited to your career aspirations.Skills for employability is a key part of the Loughborough experience and can really boost your job prospects. This degree has a module specifically built in to help you develop your study and employability skills.
Grades / Points required
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Grades / Points required
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Grades / Points required
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Grades / Points required
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Grades / Points required
35
Grades / Points required
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Grades / Points required
DD
Grades / Points required
D
Grades / Points required
D*D*D
Grades / Points required
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Details
AAB (excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking, Communication and Culture and Citizenship Studies). In some circumstances we may ask applicants to achieve specific grades in certain subjects.While no specific A Level (or equivalent) subjects are required, we strongly prefer combinations drawn from traditional (academic) subjects to demonstrate a range of numerical, analytical and discursive abilities. These A Levels include: Ancient History, Biology, Classical Civilisation, Chemistry, Economics, English Language/Literature, Geography, Government and Politics, History, Languages (non-native), Law, Maths/Further Maths, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology and Statistics.
AB Advanced Highers plus AAB Highers
Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.
We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects or a combination of the Pre-U and A levels, provided a minimum of three subjects overall are taken. We recognise the benefit of the Global Perspectives and Research (GPR) course in developing independent study and research skills. While we would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions. However, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results.
We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
Majority A/B (7/6) grades at GCSE including minimum Grade B/6 in Maths and English Language
35 (6, 6, 5 HL) with 5 in English SL and 4 in Maths SL (or 6 in Maths Studies)
We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information.
National Diploma: DD plus one preferred A Level at grade B.BTEC Level 3 Diplomas preferred subjects: If studying a BTEC qualification then Business is preferred, although other BTEC subjects may be considered when offered in combination with one or more academic A Levels outlined above.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus two A Levels (one of which must be from our preferred subject list) at grades AB.
National Extended Diploma: D*D*DBTEC Level 3 Diplomas preferred subjects: If studying a BTEC qualification then Business is preferred, although other BTEC subjects may be considered when offered in combination with one or more academic A Levels outlined above.
Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels providing individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
Previous study
Previous study
The most common A-levels taken by students who end up studying this subject at uni.
This is the fee you pay if you live within Other UK.
Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
This is the fee you pay if you live within England.
Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland.
Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales.
Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union.
Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£18,400
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
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This single-site campus university is spread over a sprawling 440-acre green site, containing everything you need for day-to-day student life. It has been awarded the Green Flag Award for its vibrant campus in 2018/19, recognised as one of the nation’s best green spaces. Loughborough is also consistently praised by students for its unbeatable community spirit.
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