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BA (Hons) Economics
Studying economics equips you with analytical skills to understand how markets work, make informed decisions and address societal challenges – shaping a better future.
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Features and benefits
Learn from industry experts
Learn from leading economists who are shaping economic development in Manchester, post-Brexit Britain and fast-growing European economies.
Explore economic thinking
You will use both discursive and statistical method to explore a broad range of social and economic challenges.
Study in an economic hub
Manchester is one of the UK’s economic centres, and our strong links with employers, from global firms to local start-ups, means you'll benefit from guest lectures, networking events and placement opportunities.
Enhance your employability
Through activities including internships or volunteering. With our award winning 'Rise at Manchester Met' programme, you can gain extra academic credits towards your degree.
Study your way
Enrol on a three-year course and then decide if a placement or overseas study is right for you once you have started your studies.
Triple accredited
Our business school holds the globally recognised trio of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA placing us among the best business schools in the world.
Year 1
Core modules
Introductory Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
Statistics and Mathematics in Economic
Global Economic History
The Rhetoric and Ethics of Economics
Personal and Professional Development I
Study and assessment
Ten credits equates to 100 hours of study, which is a combination of lectures, seminars and practical sessions, and independent study. A three-year degree qualification typically comprises of 360 credits (120 credits per year). During the course, you are likely to be required to engage in collaborative projects, practical assessments, group work activities, and to give presentations to your peers/tutors. The exact composition of your study time and assessments for the course will vary according to your option choices and style of learning.
Placements
Taught by experts
BA (Hons) Economics is part of the Department of Finance and Economics at Manchester Met. Discover more about the department and who you’ll be working with if you choose to study this course.
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Entry requirements
Typical offer
104-112 UCAS tariff points
IELTS score
6.0 overall with no individual element below 5.5
UK students
Level 3 qualifications
104-112 UCAS tariff points.
Level 2 qualifications
International students
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Fees and funding
Careers support and prospects
Employed or in further study
87.6% of our UK-domiciled, full-time, first degree graduates are employed or in further study 15 months after graduation.
Graduate Outcomes survey 2022/23 leavers, HESA data.
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How to apply
You can apply for this course through UCAS.
UCAS code(s):
- L100
Institution code:
- M40
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You can review our current terms and conditions before you make your application. If you are successful with your application, we will send you up to date information alongside your offer letter.
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Programme review
Our programmes undergo an annual review and major review (normally at 6 year intervals) to ensure an up-to-date curriculum supported by the latest online learning technology. For further information on when we may make changes to our programmes, please see the changes section of our terms and conditions.
Important notice
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