OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY · UNITED KINGDOM
Economics, Finance and International Business BSc (Hons)
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS LN13
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
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Tuition / yr
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Bachelor's
Level
- Academics at the cutting-edge of issues like cyber security, Brexit, and the energy crisis.Current Issues Focus
- Opportunity for a paid work placement with companies like Disney, BMW, and the ONS.Work Placement
- Possibility to study overseas in destinations like Japan, Australia, and the USA.Study Abroad Option
- Focus on sustainability and changing social norms in economic models.Sustainability Focus
- Learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical application.Diverse Learning Methods
- Access to a new Bloomberg Trading Suite for practical financial market experience.Bloomberg Trading Suite
This degree offers a comprehensive understanding of economics, finance, and international business, preparing you for a career in these dynamic fields. You will explore economic theories and apply them to real-world scenarios, examining how financial decisions impact individuals and businesses. The course encourages you to consider the challenges businesses face regarding growth, profitability, and sustainability, fostering a critical perspective on global economic issues. You will engage with diverse perspectives, learning how different economic policies shape choices and life experiences. The curriculum provides pathways to specialize in finance, understanding market operations, or econometrics for a data-driven career. Opportunities for exemptions from certain ACCA modules are available if you are considering professional accounting qualifications.
Curriculum
The course is structured over three years, with an optional fourth year for a work placement. You will build foundational knowledge in economics and finance in the first year, apply theories to real-world situations in the second year, and have opportunities for specialization and a work placement in the third and final years.
- Year 1
- Microeconomics I
- Macroeconomics I
- Economics and Society in Context
- Quantitative Methods for Economics & Finance
- Year 2
- Year 3 (optional placement year)
- Final Year
- Perspectives on Global Challenges
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Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition fees for international students are not specified on the provided pages.
Tuition (home)Tuition fees for home students are not specified on the provided pages.
LivingEstimated annual living costs range from £12,274 to £16,264, based on a 38-week academic year. This includes accommodation (£135-£240/week), food (£50/week), and other expenses.
The university offers a Student Money Advice team for budgeting and financial support. There is also a financial aid fund to help students experiencing difficulties.
How to apply
1. Check Entry RequirementsEnsure you meet the academic and English language requirements for the course.
2. Apply via UCASSubmit your application through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).
3. Consider Your Application OptionsClearing places may be available if you are applying later in the cycle or do not meet initial entry criteria.
4. Pay Deposit for ScholarshipTo be eligible for the International Student Scholarship, ensure you pay your tuition fee deposit by the specified deadline.
Scholarships
International Student Scholarship - September 2026 entry£2,000
Oxford Brookes Business School International Student Scholarship - September 2026 entry£2,000
Accreditation
Potential for exemptions from some ACCA modules if specializing in econometrics.