Economics BSc (Hons)
Swansea University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Singleton Park Campus

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JAN-25

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JAN-26

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

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Singleton Park Campus

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3 Years

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

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Singleton Park Campus

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3 Years

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Singleton Park Campus

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JAN-27

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3 Years

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Combining core elements of economics and business, our BSc Economics degree is ideal for students who want a career in politics, policy, business or finance. Providing theoretical and practical understanding of economic principles in relation to business environments, as well as the analytical tools and techniques employed in business decision making and strategy, you will be able to effectively apply your knowledge, investigative and model-building skills to advise everything from private ...Read more

Combining core elements of economics and business, our BSc Economics degree is ideal for students who want a career in politics, policy, business or finance. Providing theoretical and practical understanding of economic principles in relation to business environments, as well as the analytical tools and techniques employed in business decision making and strategy, you will be able to effectively apply your knowledge, investigative and model-building skills to advise everything from private businesses all the way through to the government - having a real impact on economic policy.Economics at Swansea is ranked:
• Top 16 in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2024)
• 17th in the UK for Student Voice (NSS 2023*)
• Top 20 in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2024)*Based on the average positivity score across questions 22 to 25 in the NSS 2023 compared against 81 universities as featured in the Times Good University Guide. Swansea University's Economics department offers students an excellent learning experience, driven by a world-class academic team. With a key focus on preparing you for a successful career on graduation, the department has an Employability Team, who are on hand throughout the year to help you realise your potential and achieve your goals. You will have unlimited access to expert advice and support in relation to placement opportunities, internships, work experience, job application processes, interview techniques and much more

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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40/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
39th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
37th
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 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
93%
What students say
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Seun
06 Dec 23

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Luke
06 Dec 23

The student community is the best aspect of Swansea university, whilst the campus appears outdated and not very nice on the..Read more

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Popular A-level subjects

Economics

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

Economics
83%
Mathematics
57%
Business Studies
26%
History
18%
Geography
18%
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£18,650 per year

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Residence Cost – 176 Cost per week

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06 Dec 23
Economics BSc (Hons)
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Luke
06 Dec 23
Economics BSc (Hons)
The student community is the best aspect of Swansea university, whilst the campus appears outdated and not very nice on the...
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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Swansea University is renowned for its excellence in research, teaching reputation and delightful seafront location....

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Swansea University
Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  1.2 miles away

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