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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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30-SEP-24
3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Full time
30-SEP-24
3 Years
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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 financial decisions can improve the performance and efficiency of organisations.This degree equips you to interpret, communicate and apply economic and financial information, appraise alternative investment opportunities and improve strategic decision making, portfolio planning and risk management.The course includes an optional year on placement or studying abroad which will help you stand out to employers and equip you for a wide range of rewarding careers. You will be taught by leading academics in their field who apply the latest research insights and professional best practice to their teaching. You will also have the opportunity to tailor your degree by choosing from a range of optional modules in more specialist subjects, especially in your final year.Skills for employability is a key part of the Loughborough experience and can really boost your job prospects, and this degree has a module specifically built in to help you develop your study and employability skills.
Exam type
A levelA level:
AAA Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
AA Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Extended Project:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
GCSE/National 4/National 5:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
37 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DD Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):
D Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
D*D*D Grades / Points required
T Level:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
AAA 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.
AA Advanced Highers plus AAB Highers
Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.
This qualification is accepted in combination with other qualifications. For details please contact Loughborough University.
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 7/6 (A/B) grades at GCSE. Minimum grade 6/B in Maths and English LanguageGCSE entry requirement exceptions:GCSE Maths Grade 6There is no flexibility in this requirement. However, we will consider a grade B in Level 3 Core Maths as a suitable alternative.GCSE English Language Grade 6If you have achieved Grade 5 in GCSE English Language, we can still consider an application if you have Grade 6 or above in GCSE English LiteratureORAt least one essay-based subject* at A Level*Business Studies, Classical Civilisation, Economics, English Language/Literature, Geography, Government and Politics, History, Law, Philosophy, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology.We may also consider applicants with a contextual indicator who have achieved 5 in GSCE English Language who do not meet the above criteria. Please refer to our Contextual Admissions Policy for further information on the contextual indicators used by the University.
37 (6, 6, 6 HL)
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 academic A Level at grade A. 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 a preferred academic subject) at grades AA. 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.
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.
For 2024 entry, the following T Levels are currently being considered on a case by case basis. More information can be found on our website at https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
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/
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£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£24,000 per year
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£24,000 per year
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