Economics, Finance and Banking
University of Portsmouth
UCAS Code: LN14 | Bachelor of Science in Economics (with Honours) - BSc Econ H
University of Portsmouth
UCAS Code: LN14 | Bachelor of Science in Economics (with Honours) - BSc Econ H
Entry requirements
A level
96-104 points from 3 A levels.
96-106 Tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma.
Cambridge Pre-U score of 48-50.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English and mathematics at grade C/4 or above.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
27 points from the IB Diploma. 644 at Higher Level./28 points from the IB Diploma. 555 at Higher Level. - 28 points from the IB Diploma. 654 at Higher Level.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H4,H4,H4,H4-H3,H3,H3,H4,H4
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
96-104 Tariff points.
T Level
UCAS Tariff
96-104 points from 3 A levels, or equivalent.
96-104 points from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate including 2 A levels, plus the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
About this course
**Overview**
Studying BSc (Econ) (Hons) Economics, Finance and Banking at the University of Portsmouth London campus means that you will be studying at a TEF Gold Rated University and a Top 5 Young University* in one of the best connected and affordable London Boroughs in London (Walthamstow). We offer you an industry based degree that is designed to give you unique career opportunities.
What is completely different and unique about this degree is that your timetable is fixed from day one of your study until when you graduate and it will never change, so you will know exactly which afternoons or mornings of the week you are expected to attend. So, you can plan your life, work and studies accordingly.
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Located in the vibrant heart of Walthamstow, our campus is less than a minute’s walk from both the tube and bus stations, offering unparalleled access to all of London.
The course offers:
- Experience in authentic, real-world assessments designed to tackle industry challenges, plus interactive learning methods such as debates, teamwork activities, and games - turning theory into practical knowledge in a unique and memorable way.
- Opportunities to build connections through guest lectures from sector specialists, especially in finance. Additionally, talks from local businesses to give you a first-hand look at the industry in action, providing invaluable insights and networking opportunities.
- Engagement with academic concepts outside the classroom to put theory into practice on local fields trips.
- The chance to work with real business data from the UK Government's annual budget, the Bank of England, and some of the largest global banking and financial services organisations.
Our block teaching approach and smaller class sizes mean you’ll focus on one subject at a time, with ample one-on-one support from academics. This more personalised learning experience ensures you get the most out of each module.
*Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024
Modules
Year 1
Core modules in this year include:
- Introduction to Finance, Accounting and Banking (20 credits)
- Issues in Economics (20 credits)
- Macroeconomics (20 credits)
- Mathematics for Economics (20 credits)
- Microeconomics (20 credits)
- Statistics for Economics (20 credits)
There are no optional modules in this year.
Year 2
Core modules in this year include:
- Corporate Financial Management (20 credits)
- Data and Research Methods for Economics (20 credits)
- Economics of Money, Banking and Financial Markets (20 credits)
- Intermediate Economics (20 credits)
Optional modules in this year include:
- Behavioural and Experimental Economics (20 credits)
- Business Strategy and Economic Policy for Sustainable Development (20 credits)
- Econometric Methods (20 credits)
- International Economics (20 credits)
- Investment Analysis (20 credits)
- Managerial and Decision Economics (20 credits)
- Psychology and Altruism in Economics and Finance (20 credits)
- Study Abroad 120 Credits (Year Long) (120 credits)
Year 3
Core modules in this year include:
- Financial Economics (20 credits)
- International Banking and Financial Instruments (20 credits)
Optional modules in this year include:
- Advanced Corporate Financial Management (20 credits)
- Advanced Economics (20 credits)
- Behavioural Finance and the Psychology of Investment (20 credits)
- Crime, Conflict and Terrorism (20 credits)
- Econometric Analysis (20 credits)
- Economics and Finance of Sport (20 credits)
- Economics Consultancy Project (20 credits)
- Economics Research Project (40 credits)
- Energy and Environmental Economics (20 credits)
- Financial Investment Project (20 credits)
- Independent Study Project (20 credits)
- Market Economics and Business Strategy (20 credits)
- Public Policies and Labour Markets (20 credits)
Changes to course content
We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies.
Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry. If a module doesn't run, we'll let you know as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.
Assessment methods
Your assessment will depend on which modules you take. Assessment methods are likely to include:
- written reports
- oral presentations
- portfolios
- exams
- dissertation
Tuition fees
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The Uni
University of Portsmouth London
UoP London
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Top job areas of graduates
This is a degree in demand, as business increasingly needs workers who can examine and explain complex data. And yet the number of economics graduates fell by nearly 10% last year, which means demand is even greater. As so many economic grads go into banking and finance, it's not surprising that over half of all 2015's economics graduates who did go into work were working in London. And don't think it's just the finance industry that's interested in these graduates - there's a significant number who enter the IT industry to work with data as analysts and consultants. It's quite common for economics graduates to go into jobs such as accountancy and management consultancy which may require you to take more training and gain professional qualifications - so don’t assume you won’t have to take any more exams once you leave uni. And the incentive to take them, of course, is better pay, which will be on top of an already healthy average starting salary of over £30,000 for graduates working in the capital.
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