Economics and Finance
University of Surrey
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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University of Surrey, Guildford

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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University of Surrey, Guildford

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SEP-26

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Our BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance course offers you a strong combination of essential business and finance topics alongside the core elements of an economics degree. You will study advanced mathematical and analytical techniques to prepare you for your future career. You will be particularly well-prepared to enter city finance roles and undertake further study in the areas of business and finance. Our teaching is at the forefront of the field and is influenced by real industry insights. All ...Read more

Our BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance course offers you a strong combination of essential business and finance topics alongside the core elements of an economics degree. You will study advanced mathematical and analytical techniques to prepare you for your future career. You will be particularly well-prepared to enter city finance roles and undertake further study in the areas of business and finance. Our teaching is at the forefront of the field and is influenced by real industry insights. All academics within our School of Economics are research active and some are advisers to world-renowned organisations. Our award-winning Professional Training placements prepare students for roles in industry.On our BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance course, you will study how the business and finance sectors operate, their role in modern economics and the essential tools for analysing them. This course is developed around a framework of core economics and quantitative principles. You’ll learn a strong set of analytical skills that are highly relevant to the worlds of business and finance. You will also develop analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, as well as proficiency in quantitative analysis and data analysis. The course will also help you to improve your written and oral presentation skills.We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University. Economic decisions are at the heart of every society, shaping the future of individuals, organisations, regions and nations. This hints at the variety of careers available to economists and the range of skills you can expect to develop by studying one of our courses. The problem-solving nature of the subject, the highly relevant and applied focus of our courses, and the potential for experience you can gain from your Professional Training placement are all appealing to employers.

Key stats

Economics
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
36/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
23rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
12th
Economics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 93 = 7% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
7%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Economics graduate salary at this uni
£30,000
Finance
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 93 = 7% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
7%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Finance graduate salary at this uni
£30,000
What students say
J
Justin
03 Mar 25

The students are easy to converse with, everyone is very friendly and welcoming and I felt that ever since I entered the university (on my first day elder students could see I was..Read more

D
Dylan
03 Mar 25

Huge library with loads of space and quiet areas and great sports facilities. Also loads of shops and pubs in the..Read more

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Access to HE Diploma:

D39M6 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

A Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

GCSE English Language at Grade C (4). Additionally, GCSE Mathematics at Grade B (6). Applicants must have achieved the required GCSE grades at the time of making their application. Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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T Level:

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Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

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Popular A-level subjects

Economics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
86%
Economics
81%
Physics
17%
Further Mathematics
15%
Geography
15%
HESA
Finance

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
71%
Economics
41%
Business Studies
19%
Accounting & Finance
16%
Physics
16%
HESA

Tuition fees

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Domestic

£9,535 per year

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Students from Domestic

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Long Stay Accommodation for Students (Shared Duplex) Fee - 74.00 Per Week

£22,000 per year

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Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

Long Stay Accommodation for Students (Shared Duplex) Fee - 74.00 Per Week

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Latest reviews

Latest Economics reviews

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J
Justin
03 Mar 25
Economics
The students are easy to converse with, everyone is very friendly and welcoming and I felt that ever since I entered the university (on my first day elder students could see I was...
Read more
D
Dylan
03 Mar 25
Economics
Huge library with loads of space and quiet areas and great sports facilities. Also loads of shops and pubs in the...
Read more
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University of Surrey
University of Surrey , Guildford

The University of Surrey is a vibrant institution with a beautiful campus, located in Guildford, UK....

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University of Surrey
30 Priestley Rd Guildford Surrey GU2 7XH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Guildford  0.3 miles away

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