BSc (Hons) Economics and Econometrics Bachelor's degree at the University of Nottingham
BSc (Hons) Economics and Econometrics at University of Nottingham. Economics on its own tells you how markets and behaviour work in theory; this course pushes further, pairing that grounding with advanced statistical and mathematical modelling so you can test those theories against genuine data and…
About this course
By combining the foundations of economics with advanced statistical and mathematical models, you’ll learn how to test theories against real-world data and make predictions that matter. From the provider’s course page.
BSc (Hons) Economics and Econometrics is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at the University of Nottingham. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Economics graduates from this provider, 100% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 90% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £34,500. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Economics, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Stronger evidence Published sample: 110. Cohort 2021-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 100% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2021-23. Continuation 95% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year one 7 modules
- Applied EconomicsCore
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Explore trends in long run economic growth and globalisation. Gain understanding of how this has led to dramatic changes in the relative wealth of nations over the last 500 years. Why have modern economic growth started in some places rather than others? While have some countries been able to catch up, while others have not? These investigations will improve understanding of why some countries are much richer than others and will give some important insights on how to promote sustained growth in
- Introduction to EconometricsCore
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Master the statistical methods essential for economic data analysis. This module covers everything from distribution theory to regression models, providing a solid foundation in the mathematical techniques used to solve economic problems.
- Introduction to MacroeconomicsCore
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Discover the big picture of the economy with this introductory macroeconomics course. Focus on the cyclical patterns of aggregate output and the interplay of real and monetary factors. Learn basic models, particularly dynamic general equilibrium modelling tools, and apply them to both theoretical and practical situations. Develop your analytical and communication skills through essays and presentations.
- Introduction to MicroeconomicsCore
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Dive into the world of microeconomics, exploring how firms and households make decisions in various market conditions. You'll learn the fundamentals, apply them to real-world scenarios and develop analytical skills through maths and diagrams. Engage in discussions and tutorials to enhance your understanding and communication skills.
- Mathematical EconomicsCore
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Develop a sound basis in the fundamentals of mathematical methods used in economics. Learn to represent economic problems as mathematical problems and to solve them. Learn to apply mathematical techniques in an appropriate manner.
- Statistical MethodsCore
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Introduce you to fundamental statistical concepts. You'll be introduced to the ideas behind regression analysis through simple linear regression. Learn to apply statistical and graphical techniques in an appropriate manner. You'll also be introduced to data analysis using Excel. You'll be expected to complete a series of tasks and solve assignments designed to familiarise you with common challenges faced by professional economists in a business environment and in academia.
- Introduction to International EconomicsOptional
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Understand the economics of global integration and policy coordination. This module examines EU policies, international trade and the roles of major global institutions like the World Trade Organization (WTO) and International Monetary Fund (IMF), offering insights into the economic impacts of international cooperation.
Year two 16 modules
- Applied EconometricsCore
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Learn the theory and practice of econometric methods, focusing on regression analysis. Apply these techniques to real-world economic situations using specialist software and develop your empirical analysis skills through hands-on exercises and tutorials.
- Applied Econometrics IICore
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Focus on time-series data analysis and policy evaluation methods. Learn to identify and estimate causal effects using econometric software. Enhance your understanding of regression techniques and critically evaluate published empirical research.
- Econometric Theory ICore
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Generalises and builds upon the econometric techniques covered in the year one module, Mathematical Economics and Econometrics. This will involve introducing a number of new statistical and econometric concepts, together with some further development of the methodology that was introduced in year one. The multivariate linear regression model will again provide our main framework for analysis.
- Econometric Theory IICore
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Learn to analyse economic time series using advanced statistical techniques. Study the theoretical properties of time series models and methods for forecasting. Understand the behaviour of economic time series and their implications for empirical modelling.
- Macroeconomic TheoryCore
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Dive into both fundamental and applied aspects of macroeconomic theory. Study modern theories of expectations, economic dynamics and short-run fluctuations. Understand the classical and Keynesian approaches to aggregate supply and demand.
- Microeconomic TheoryCore
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Build on your first-year microeconomics knowledge with intermediate topics like general equilibrium analysis, welfare economics and game theory. Analyse the strategic behaviour of firms and develop your analytical skills through diagrams and mathematical techniques.
- Development EconomicsOptional
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Explore the economic challenges faced by developing countries. Study topics like poverty, fertility, migration and agricultural markets. Analyse key policy issues and apply relevant economic theories to real-world problems.
- Environmental and Resource EconomicsOptional
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Examine environmental issues from an economic perspective. Study market failures, environmental policy instruments and the valuation of environmental benefits. Analyse topics like the EU Emissions Trading System, fisheries and biodiversity.
- Experimental and Behavioural EconomicsOptional
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The module aims to prompt thinking about economics as an empirical science and what that entails. It will introduce you to attempts to relax conventional assumptions such as unlimited rationality and own-payoff maximisation. It will provide a foundation knowledge relating to the design and implementation of appropriate experimental tests of economic theories and will enhance your presentation and communications skills.
- Financial EconomicsOptional
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Learn the theoretical concepts related to risk allocation by financial institutions. Apply these concepts to analyse financial and banking crises. Understand investor behaviour and the role of financial markets in risk allocation.
- Industrial EconomicsOptional
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Analyse the organisation of firms and industries, focusing on competition and market structures. Study firm behaviour in various markets, including price discrimination, vertical integration and advertising. Understand government regulation of industries.
- International TradeOptional
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Understand the core theories and policies of international trade. Analyse trade patterns, gains from trade and government trade policy instruments like tariffs and quotas. Study the role of international trade agreements and their impact on global trade.
- Labour EconomicsOptional
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Examine the economics of the labour market, focusing on theories, empirical evidence and government policy. Analyse the UK labour market and compare it with other developed economies. Understand the relationship between theory, evidence and policy.
- Monetary EconomicsOptional
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Explore the foundations of monetary economics, covering topics like money, financial markets, and central banking. Study recent debates and controversies in monetary policy and develop a comprehensive understanding of monetary economics.
- Political EconomyOptional
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Explore the intersection of economics and politics. Study how political and institutional factors influence economic variables and vice versa. Understand modern literature in political economy and apply economic techniques to political science.
- Public Sector EconomicsOptional
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Understand the role of government in the economy, focusing on public finances, market failures and welfare economics. Study taxation
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
The course is structured to build your technical range gradually, starting with the core theory that underpins modern economics, microeconomics, macroeconomics and the mathematical and statistical tools you'll need throughout. From there you move into research and methods, where you learn the econometric techniques used to analyse real datasets, followed by applied practice that puts those methods to work on genuine economic questions. As you progress, you'll choose from specialist options such as areas that let you follow your own interests within the discipline, before completing an independent project that gives you the chance to design and carry out a substantial piece of research on a topic of your choosing. Professional skills are woven throughout, so you leave with the ability to communicate technical findings clearly, not just produce them. The overall effect is a degree that treats data analysis as a core skill rather than a specialism bolted onto standard economics teaching.
Who it's for
This course suits someone who enjoys working with numbers but wants more than mathematics for its own sake, you'll want to see how models connect to real economic behaviour, from consumer spending to financial markets to policy decisions. If you're the sort of person who questions a claim by asking "but what does the data actually show?", you'll feel at home here. It rewards curiosity, patience with technical detail, and a willingness to sit with statistical software and messy real-world datasets until they start to make sense. You don't need to arrive as a finished statistician, but you should be comfortable with mathematics and keen to sharpen that further; most students accepted onto Economics courses of this kind have typically come in with A-levels or equivalent, often within the 192–207 UCAS tariff range, though this reflects recent entrants rather than a fixed requirement. Expect a good deal of independent study and problem-solving, particularly as you move towards your own research project, so self-motivation and genuine interest in the subject matter will serve you well. It's a good fit for anyone considering a career that involves interpreting evidence and making reasoned, data-backed arguments, whether that's within economics itself or in a related analytical field.
Careers & job market
Nationally, graduates from Economics courses tend to do well in the jobs market: across the sector, 87% of graduates were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, and 75% of those in work were in highly skilled roles or further study. Continuation into second year is also strong nationally, with 92% of students still enrolled or having completed their studies after their first year. On pay, national Graduate Outcomes and LEO data for Economics graduates show starting salaries (15 months after graduation) typically ranging from £26,500 to £35,000, rising to between £26,775 and £37,800 after three years and £36,125 to £51,000 after five years. These figures describe the national picture for the field rather than outcomes specific to this course or university, and should be read as a broad indication rather than a guarantee. The strong quantitative focus of this degree, particularly the econometrics and independent research components, is the kind of training that tends to be valued in roles involving data analysis, policy work, financial services and further postgraduate study, though individual outcomes will vary.
University & format
You'll study full-time over three years at the University of Nottingham, a public, research-intensive university and member of the Russell Group, founded in 1881. The university holds Silver in the Office for Students' TEF 2023 for teaching quality, and was. Teaching is delivered in English, and the degree is awarded as a BSc (Hons), a nationally recognised UK qualification. The university also offers bursaries and scholarships, which are worth checking directly on its funding pages, as availability and eligibility criteria can change.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
The provider publishes contextual-offer information. Eligibility and any reduced offer are applicant-specific.
Optional placement year. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
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Entry & how to get in
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 75% |
| another higher-education qualification | 10% |
| Other | 10% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Accepted students typically held strong UCAS tariffs. Check how your predicted grades compare and whether a contextual offer applies.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code L140). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Provider fee page (England 2026/27 cap where not stated).
Check fees at University of Nottingham →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
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Careers & earnings
What Economics graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £34,500 | £30,500 – £40,000 | 110 |
| 3 years after | £38,500 | £32,000 – £47,500 | 305 |
| 5 years after | £55,500 | £44,000 – £76,000 | 325 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 110. Cohort 2021-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in economics · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Economics nationally
National figures for Economics graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 110. Cohort 2021-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Economics courses at the same study level.
Compared with 594 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Finance ProfessionalsSOC 2020 242 · 35% of published destinations · ASHE median £47,173
- Business and public service associate professionalsSOC 2020 35 · 35% of published destinations · ASHE median £38,760
- Business, Research and Administrative ProfessionalsSOC 2020 243 · 15% of published destinations · ASHE median £48,746
- Sales occupationsSOC 2020 71 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £15,975
- Managers, directors and senior officialsSOC 2020 1 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £51,733
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 25; response rate: 80%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Economics graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Economics graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Banks & consultancies
- Bank of England
- Government Economic Service
- Think tanks
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Economics graduates.
Economics Associate / Director - ManchesterPegasus GroupEconomics Graduate AssistantSt Edward's School, OxfordEconomics ExaminersEduqasEconomics SpecialistVella RecruitmentEconomics AnalystOFWATEconomics PhD Scholarship (ESRC-Funded)Royal Holloway, University of LondonIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
Where graduates go
100% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £34,500. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 9.2 out of 10: NSS 81.6% · in work or study 100% · continued 95%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
University of Nottingham
Social sciences across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around The University of Nottingham
844 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Economics right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to University of Nottingham from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is £10,050 / year for this course (from the provider’s fee page). You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check University of Nottingham’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with University of Nottingham and gov.uk before you apply.
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