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Economics

Study economics at universities with world-leading research. UK economics degrees combine theory with quantitative analysis and policy application.

Notable Economics Programmes

A curated selection of top-ranked, distinctive and interesting economics programmes across UK universities.

BSc Economics

World's #1 for economics research — unmatched for policy and finance careers

LSE's economics programme is among the most rigorous and prestigious globally. The curriculum is heavily quantitative, combining microeconomic and macroeconomic theory with econometrics and mathematical methods. Students benefit from guest lectures by policy-makers, central bankers and Nobel laureates. Graduate destinations include the Bank of England, IMF, Goldman Sachs and leading economics PhD programmes.

3 years25,400/yr
#1 researchQuantitativePolicy careers

Economics

Keynes's university — tutorial-style supervisions with leading researchers

Cambridge economics blends rigorous mathematical training with broad intellectual enquiry. The tripos structure allows some flexibility in the first year, with increasing specialisation in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics. Weekly supervisions (small-group tutorials) provide intense personal feedback. The Marshall Society and annual lectures attract world-leading economists.

3 years36,000/yr
SupervisionsHistoricResearch-led

Economics

Consistently top-5 in the UK with exceptional research strength in applied micro

Warwick's economics department punches well above its weight in research rankings. The programme is mathematically rigorous with strong options in behavioural economics, development economics and industrial organisation. CAGE (Centre for Competitive Advantage in the Global Economy) offers undergraduate research assistant opportunities rarely available at this level.

3 years29,800/yr
Top-5Research opportunitiesApplied micro

Economics and Finance

Combined economics and finance degree with strong quantitative training

Bristol's combined programme gives students strong foundations in both economic theory and financial markets. Modules cover asset pricing, corporate finance, monetary policy and applied econometrics. The programme benefits from Bristol's research strengths in labour economics and public policy. Graduates are well-positioned for careers spanning finance, consulting and the public sector.

3 years25,100/yr
Economics + FinanceQuantitativeVersatile

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Career Pathways

Where a UK Economics degree can take you — typical graduate starting salaries: £30,000–£55,000

EconomistInvestment BankerPolicy AnalystData AnalystFinancial ConsultantCivil Service Fast Stream

Professional Accreditation

Many programmes are accredited by the Royal Economic Society.

Subject Overview

Typical Duration3 years (UG)
Study LevelUndergraduate & Postgraduate
Entry RequirementA-levels / IB / AP
UCAS Points128–160
Graduate Salary£30,000–£55,000

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London School of Economics
London School of Economics

BSc Economics

World #5 for Economics. Unrivalled location in the heart of London's political and financial centre.

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