BSc ECONOMICS WITH A PLACEMENT YEAR
BSC ECONOMICS WITH A PLACEMENT YEAR
Learn how the economy works and how to improve it with our flagship degree programme. This course is your chance to question everything and challenge yourself to not just analyse the ideas of others, but to come up with and defend your own theories too.
You will explore all areas of the economy, from microeconomic and macroeconomic perspectives. You will also learn quantitative methods, economic modeling techniques, and how to collect and analyse data.
Most importantly, you will discover what really excites you about economics, and you’ll be able to take your studies in the direction you choose.
Economics touches many other subjects, so alongside your core subjects you’ll also be able to enhance your studies with classes from UEA’s School of Politics, Philosophy, Language and Communication Studies.
In this way you can build your degree to suit your developing interests and ambitions and ensure you leave UEA with a degree that matches your goals.
About
How do the choices of individuals and firms combine to drive the modern global economy? And how can this economy be best aligned with human goals? By asking these questions you will get under the skin of business and politics. You'll develop an understanding of what makes the world tick. You'll discover how economic policy can affect social change. And you'll start to form your own ideas about how to make our world a better place.
An economics degree is ideal for you if you have a curious and questioning nature. You will enjoy working with numbers, but at the same time, you’re fascinated by human behaviour. You might know exactly what career you want to go into – or you may know that an economics degree keeps your options open, possibly more than any other.
On this course you will spend 9-12 months of your third year in a full-time placement, gaining invaluable working experience and employability skills in a relevant area of your choice.
Our BSc Economics with a Placement Year is ranked 8th for Economics by 'The Guardian 2021' and in the top 30 by 'The Complete University Guide 2022'.

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Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the courses listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the regular review of course programmes. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes, there will normally be prior consultation of students and others. Changes may for example consist of variations to the content and method of delivery of programmes, courses and other services, to discontinue programmes, courses and other services and to merge or combine programmes or courses. The University will endeavour to keep such changes to a minimum, and will inform students.Placement Year and Study Abroad
On this course you will spend 9-12 months of your third year in a full-time placement, gaining invaluable working experience and employability skills in a relevant area of your choice.

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After the Course
Economics careers are among the most wide-ranging. Highly numerate graduates with skills in problem solving, communication and decision-making are highly sought after in every sector and you could go on to work in business, consulting, banking, politics, insurance, the Civil Service, business economics, personnel, accountancy, actuarial work, marketing, investment and financial risk analysis, and international organisations.
Career destinations
Career destinations related to your degree include:
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Actuarial analyst
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Data analyst
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Economist
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Financial risk analyst
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Investment analyst
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Statistician

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Assessment for Year 1
You will be assessed through exams and different types of coursework, includingessays, presentations, research exercises and group work.
Each type of assessment plays its part – for example:
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Essays will test your general levels of understanding and ability to apply concepts
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Course tests will check you have mastered the technical material
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Exams will provide the opportunity for open-ended treatment of material
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Econometric projects will test your ability to apply, interpret and assess statistical techniques
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Critical reviews of academic articles will check your understanding and ability to critically assess.
In some modules we use audience response system technologies, which help to establish a dialogue with your teachers and give you feedback in real time.
Assessment for Year 2
You will be assessed through exams and different types of coursework, including essays, presentations, research exercises and group work.
Each type of assessment plays its part – for example:
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Essays will test your general levels of understanding and ability to apply concepts
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Course tests will check you have mastered the technical material
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Exams will provide the opportunity for open-ended treatment of material
-
Econometric projects will test your ability to apply, interpret and assess statistical techniques
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Critical reviews of academic articles will check your understanding and ability to critically assess.
In some modules we use audience response system technologies, which help to establish a dialogue with your teachers and give you feedback in real time.
Assessment for Year 3
You will be assessed through exams and different types of coursework, including essays, presentations, research exercises and group work.
Each type of assessment plays its part – for example:
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Essays will test your general levels of understanding and ability to apply concepts
-
Course tests will check you have mastered the technical material
-
Exams will provide the opportunity for open-ended treatment of material
-
Econometric projects will test your ability to apply, interpret and assess statistical techniques
-
Critical reviews of academic articles will check your understanding and ability to critically assess.
In some modules we use audience response system technologies, which help to establish a dialogue with your teachers and give you feedback in real time.
Assessment for Year 4
You will be assessed through exams and different types of coursework, including essays, presentations, research exercises and group work.
Each type of assessment plays its part – for example:
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Essays will test your general levels of understanding and ability to apply concepts
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Course tests will check you have mastered the technical material
-
Exams will provide the opportunity for open-ended treatment of material
-
Econometric projects will test your ability to apply, interpret and assess statistical techniques
-
Critical reviews of academic articles will check your understanding and ability to critically assess.
In some modules we use audience response system technologies, which help to establish a dialogue with your teachers and give you feedback in real time.
Students with A-level Maths or equivalent will be enrolled on ECO-4003A Mathematics for Economists instead of ECO-4001A Introductory Mathematics for Economists.
Assessment for Year 1
You will be assessed through exams and different types of coursework, includingessays, presentations, research exercises and group work.
Each type of assessment plays its part – for example:
-
Essays will test your general levels of understanding and ability to apply concepts
-
Course tests will check you have mastered the technical material
-
Exams will provide the opportunity for open-ended treatment of material
-
Econometric projects will test your ability to apply, interpret and assess statistical techniques
-
Critical reviews of academic articles will check your understanding and ability to critically assess.
In some modules we use audience response system technologies, which help to establish a dialogue with your teachers and give you feedback in real time.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.Assessment for Year 2
You will be assessed through exams and different types of coursework, including essays, presentations, research exercises and group work.
Each type of assessment plays its part – for example:
-
Essays will test your general levels of understanding and ability to apply concepts
-
Course tests will check you have mastered the technical material
-
Exams will provide the opportunity for open-ended treatment of material
-
Econometric projects will test your ability to apply, interpret and assess statistical techniques
-
Critical reviews of academic articles will check your understanding and ability to critically assess.
In some modules we use audience response system technologies, which help to establish a dialogue with your teachers and give you feedback in real time.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.Students will select 120 credits from the following modules.
Assessment for Year 3
You will be assessed through exams and different types of coursework, including essays, presentations, research exercises and group work.
Each type of assessment plays its part – for example:
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Essays will test your general levels of understanding and ability to apply concepts
-
Course tests will check you have mastered the technical material
-
Exams will provide the opportunity for open-ended treatment of material
-
Econometric projects will test your ability to apply, interpret and assess statistical techniques
-
Critical reviews of academic articles will check your understanding and ability to critically assess.
In some modules we use audience response system technologies, which help to establish a dialogue with your teachers and give you feedback in real time.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.Students will select 120 credits in total across Option Ranges A & B. Students will select no more than 70 credits in any semester. Students may only select 20 credits of ECO-5* modules in their final year.
Assessment for Year 4
You will be assessed through exams and different types of coursework, including essays, presentations, research exercises and group work.
Each type of assessment plays its part – for example:
-
Essays will test your general levels of understanding and ability to apply concepts
-
Course tests will check you have mastered the technical material
-
Exams will provide the opportunity for open-ended treatment of material
-
Econometric projects will test your ability to apply, interpret and assess statistical techniques
-
Critical reviews of academic articles will check your understanding and ability to critically assess.
In some modules we use audience response system technologies, which help to establish a dialogue with your teachers and give you feedback in real time.
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring and review of modules. Where this activity leads to significant change to a programme and modules, the University will endeavour to consult with affected students. The University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. Availability of optional modules may be restricted owing to timetabling, lack of demand, or limited places. Where this is the case, you will be asked to make alternative module choices and you will be supported during this process.Entry Requirements
A Levels
AAB excluding General Studies or ABB excluding General Studies with an A in the Extended Project.BTEC
DDD. Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration.Scottish highers
AAAAAScottish highers advanced
BBCIrish leaving certificate
4 subjects at H2, 2 subjects at H3Access course
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 36 credits at level 3 and Merit in 9 credits at Level 3.European Baccalaureate
80%International Baccalaureate
33 pointsGCSE offer
You are required to have Mathematics at a minimum of Grade B or Grade 5 at GCSE and English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 at GCSE.
Additional entry requirements
If you do not meet the academic and or English requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO University of East Anglia offers guaranteed progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree:
International Foundation in Business, Economics, Society and Culture (for Year 1 entry to UEA)
International Foundation in Mathematics and Actuarial Sciences (for Year 1 entry to UEA)
Alternative Qualifications
UEA recognises that some students take a mixture of International Baccalaureate IB or International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme IBCP study rather than the full diploma, taking Higher levels in addition to A levels and/or BTEC qualifications. At UEA we do consider a combination of qualifications for entry, provided a minimum of three qualifications are taken at a higher Level. In addition some degree programmes require specific subjects at a higher level.
Students for whom english is a foreign language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
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IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Please click here to see our full list.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
Pre-sessional English at INTO UEA
Interviews
Most applicants will not be called for an interview and a decision will be made via UCAS Track. However, for some applicants an interview will be requested. Where an interview is required the Admissions Service will contact you directly to arrange a time.
Gap year
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
Intakes
This course is open to UK, EU and International applicants. The annual intake for this course is in September each year.

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Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Information on tuition fees can be found here.
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds.
The University of East Anglia offers a range of Scholarships; please click the link for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course related costs
You are eligible for reduced fees during your placement year. Further details are available on our Tuition Fee website.
There may be extra costs related to items such as your travel and accommodation, which will vary depending on location.
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of other course-related costs.

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How to Apply
Applications need to be made via the Universities Colleges and Admissions Services (UCAS), using the UCAS Apply option.
UCAS Apply is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time Undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom. It is made up of different sections that you need to complete. Your application does not have to be completed all at once. The application allows you to leave a section partially completed so you can return to it later and add to or edit any information you have entered. Once your application is complete, it is sent to UCAS so that they can process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Please complete our Online Enquiry Form to request a prospectus and to be kept up to date with news and events at the University.

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