BSc (Hons) Economics with Accountancy with a Placement Year
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Key Details
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Science
- UCAS Course Code
- L1NP
- Typical Offer
- ABB
- Contextual Offer
- BBC
- Course Length
- 4 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2026
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Why you should choose us
82%
Of graduates go on to work and/or study within 15 months after the course
Graduate Outcome Survey 2020Course Overview
Ready to master the world of finance, business, and accountancy? Our BSc in Economics with Accountancy with a Placement Year, delivered in partnership with Norwich Business School, will equip you with the expertise to excel in accounting, financial markets, corporate finance, and business management.
You'll gain a solid foundation in economics, complemented by courses in accountancy, finance, and management. You'll explore key areas such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, economic modelling, and data analysis, alongside specialised options like corporate finance, financial accounting, corporate taxation, and auditing. With a flexible range of optional modules from the School of Economics, you can tailor your degree to match your career aspirations and interests. Your third year will be spent working in an industry placement for 9-12 months, gaining invaluable real-world experience to enhance your employability and skills.
Throughout your studies, you'll benefit from exceptional support, including personalised guidance from an academic adviser and participation in the STEPS module (Support, Training, Employability, Progression, and Skills). Our dedicated Learning Enhancement team is also on hand to help you refine key skills in mathematics, writing, critical thinking, and time management—ensuring you’ve the tools to excel academically and professionally.
Our vibrant academic community provides plenty of opportunities for you to get involved. The School Experience Partnership allows you to contribute to shaping our teaching and strategies, while Norwich Economic Publications—a student-run journal and podcast—gives you a platform to showcase your passion for economics. Additionally, the student-led Economics Society offers opportunities to network and socialise with like-minded friends.
Designed with employability in mind, our curriculum features practical examples and real-world applications. You’ll benefit from interesting guest lectures and employability-focused events, featuring industry professionals and economics graduates, to help you prepare for a rewarding career in economics, business, finance, and other fields.
Placement Year
On this course, in your third year you’ll work for 9-12 months in an industry placement, gaining invaluable work experience and employability skills in a relevant area of your choice.
Study and Modules
Structure
In your first year, you'll build a solid foundation of knowledge and skills to support your future studies. You’ll explore microeconomics, exploring how individuals and firms make decisions, and macroeconomics, where you'll analyse the effects of fiscal and monetary policies on the broader economy. Additionally, you’ll develop essential mathematical and statistical skills necessary for interpreting and analysing economic models. Modules from the Norwich Business School will introduce you to accounting principles and explore how economic, political, cultural, and technological factors influence business operations.
If you haven’t studied A-level mathematics (or an equivalent qualification), an introductory mathematics module will be available to ensure you gain the fundamental skills needed for success in economics.
Compulsory Modules
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that 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. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
In your first year, you’ll take part in large lectures designed to give you a solid academic foundation. Interactive technology, such as Wooclap, helps to enrich your learning as well as monitor your progress each week. In addition to traditional textbooks, you’ll have access to various resources, including lecture notes, pre-recorded videos, and online practice platforms, all aimed at supporting you to study independently.
Smaller seminar groups and workshops provide an interactive environment where you can apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios. You’ll also engage in data analysis within IT labs, using software like Excel. Group presentations and lecturer-led discussions will help you to develop your teamwork, critical thinking, and communication skills. Additionally, Peer-Assisted Learning offers extra support across modules, with students from previous years creating a collaborative space for you to review topics and reinforce your knowledge.
Assessment
In your first year, assessments will be a balanced mix of coursework, tests, and exams.
Coursework will take different forms, such as essays, presentations, and group projects. This variety will help you develop key skills for the workplace, enhancing your employability and providing tangible proof of your capabilities to prospective employers.
In addition, you'll also engage in formative assessments, which won’t contribute to your final grade but will offer constructive feedback to help you track your progress and improve your skills.
Structure
In your second year, you'll deepen your understanding of microeconomics and macroeconomics, while strengthening your data analysis abilities through introductory econometrics, applying statistical methods to investigate various economic and business-related issues.
You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of modules offered by the School of Economics, including corporate finance, behavioural economics, and applied econometrics. Additionally, modules from the Norwich Business School, such as financial reporting, management accounting, audit and assurance, corporate taxation, and business and company law, will allow you to broaden your expertise.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 40)Optional B Modules
(Credits: 20)Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that 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. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
In your second year, you'll experience a range of teaching methods. While core modules will remain in large-group formats, you'll also take smaller, specialised modules designed to align with your academic and career interests. You’ll gain practical experience with advanced statistical software and work on data-driven assignments, enhancing your analytical skills.
Assessment
In your second year, assessments will continue to be a combination of coursework, tests, and exams. Coursework will become more diverse, encompassing essays, presentations, group projects, technical tasks, and research and data analysis assignments, allowing you to expand your skill set even further.
Structure
In your third year, you’ll undertake a full-time work placement lasting 9-12 months. Securing your placement will be your responsibility, however the school and careers service are there to provide tailored support to guide you through the process of searching for, applying to, and securing a position. You’ll also receive support during your placement and upon your return to UEA complete your studies.
Compulsory Modules
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that 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. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
Throughout your work placement, you'll gain valuable professional experience and enhance your business skills for your future career. The placement team and careers service experts will provide support to help you maximise this opportunity.
Assessment
While in your placement year, you'll have a meeting with your line manager and a representative from the placement team. As part of the placement, you'll submit an evaluative report in the form of a presentation, which will be assessed on a pass/fail basis. Upon returning in your final year, you'll also have the opportunity to present your report to prospective students.
Structure
In your final year, you'll build on your knowledge and expertise in economics, finance, and accountancy. You may choose to explore more advanced topics in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and data analysis, or delve into specialised areas such as competition and public policy, the business of sport, labour economics, and programming. Or you can expand your understanding of the financial sector by studying subjects like behavioural finance, financial markets, alternative investments, and financial risk management. You’ll also have the opportunity to advance your accountancy knowledge through more specialised modules on management accounting or corporate reporting, offered by the Norwich Business School. Additionally, you can choose to write a dissertation on a topic of your choice or participate in a consulting project with an external organisation.
Your academic adviser and a module-choice fair will provide guidance to help you select the modules that best align with your career goals and aspirations.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Min Credits: 20, Max Credits: 60)Optional B Modules
(Min Credits: 60, Max Credits: 100)Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that 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. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
In your final year, you'll have the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of optional modules, enabling you to customise your studies based on your interests. Your learning experience will differ depending on your selections, ranging from technical training that blends lectures with practical exercises using specialised software and programming, to more conceptual topics that focus on group work, discussions, and collaborative projects. Additionally, you’ll refine your writing skills by composing business reports, policy briefs, and blog posts—preparing you for success in both academic and professional settings.
Assessment
In your final year, alongside coursework and tests, you’ll have more opportunities to pursue your interests and produce original work through case studies, projects, and creative poster presentations. You can also choose to write a dissertation on a topic of your choice or collaborate on a consulting project with an external organisation. Throughout this year, you'll enhance your ability to present arguments confidently and clearly in various formats.
Employability
After the Course
Your economics and accountancy degree will equip you with a powerful combination of analytical and interpersonal skills, making you highly attractive to employers worldwide.
You’ll gain valuable insights from guest lectures by industry leaders and participate in employability-focused events, including networking sessions, alumni talks, one-on-one mentoring with top professionals, job coaching, national competitions, internships, consulting projects, and exclusive mentorship from former students.
Your placement year will provide invaluable work experience, allowing you to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world setting. This practical exposure will help you further develop essential employability skills such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, all of which are highly valued by employers.
These experiences will give you a competitive edge in career paths such as economic analysis, business and financial consultancy, accountancy, audit, and other professional roles.
Careers
Example of careers that you could enter include:
- Business and Economics Consulting
- Financial Services, Accounting and Auditing
- Investment Banking and Risk Analysis
- Asset Management and Corporate Finance
- Data and Business Analytics
- International Organisations and Think-tanks
Discover more on our Careers webpages.
Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language at minimum grade C or grade 4 and Mathematics at minimum grade B or grade 5.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies page.
- Contextual Offers
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes.
- Typical UK Entry Requirements
A levels
ABB
Contextual offer: BBC
We do not accept General Studies A-levels.
BTEC
Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM
Contextual offer: DMM
BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3.
Contextual offer: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and Pass in 15 credits at Level 3.
T levels
Obtain an overall Merit.
- Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements
International Baccalaureate
32 points overall
Irish Leaving Certificate
3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3
Scottish Highers
AAABB
Scottish Advanced Highers
BCC
A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.
- Deferred Entry
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.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Progression
Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement, or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language at minimum grade C or grade 4 and Mathematics at minimum grade B or grade 5.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies page.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
A levels
ABB
We do not accept General Studies A-levels.
International Baccalaureate
32 points overall
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students.
- UEA International Study Centre
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, UEA International Study Centre offers 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.
- English 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. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, UEA International Study Centre offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
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- Deferred Entry
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.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- Progression
Once enrolled onto a course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement, or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
View our information for Tuition Fees.
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. View our range of Scholarships for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
You're eligible for reduced fees during your placement year. Further details are available on our Tuition Fees pages.
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.
How to Apply
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