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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Financial Economics with Foundation Year
Birkbeck, University of London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Financial Economics with Foundation Year course at Birkbeck, University of London.
We're still busy gathering entry requirements for Financial Economics with Foundation Year at Birkbeck, University of London. Look out for more info soon.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| International | £9,250 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L112
Here's what Birkbeck, University of London says about its Financial Economics with Foundation Year course.
Our BSc Financial Economics will provide you with a core set of rigorous and applicable skills in financial economics, and an extensive knowledge of the financial sector. You will acquire the knowledge and skills you need for successful employment in professions requiring economic and financial literacy and you will gain hands-on experience in academic research and data analysis.
Why choose this course?
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You will be taught by academics who are professional practitioners in the world of economics and provide specialist advice and in-house training for government departments and City firms and banks, including the Treasury and Bank of England.
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Your tutors actively work to extend the boundaries of knowledge. Many of our academics are recognised as world-class experts in their fields and their research feeds directly into our teaching.
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Graduates of our economics-related courses are among the highest paid of London institutions. Earnings after five years have been the third highest among London universities for three consecutive reporting years. (Department for Education).
What you will learn
You will learn about financial markets and their interplay with economic systems. Finance modules offer you knowledge of institutional contexts, key concepts like stocks, bonds and options, and skills such as asset pricing. In economics we will teach you the fundamentals of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, and how they interact with the financial world and policy.
You will also gain proficiency in statistics and econometrics to analyse real-world data and make informed decisions. You will develop critical-thinking, problem-solving and communication skills essential for success in diverse career paths, from finance and consulting to government and beyond.
You will then be able to choose from a range of option modules to tailor your learning experience to your interests and career aspirations.
How will you learn
You can choose between full- and part-time study, and evening teaching will enable you to balance studies with work or other commitments. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures and small-group tutorials.
Foundation Year
If you opt for the Foundation Year route, this will fully prepare you for undergraduate study. It is ideal if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied the relevant subjects, or if you didn't achieve the grades you need for a place on your chosen undergraduate degree.
Highlights
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Birkbeck was ranked in the top 25 universities in the UK for its Economics and Econometrics research in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
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We bring together research and teaching across economics and finance, mathematics and statistics which creates significant interdisciplinary synergies.
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Goldman Sachs and Birkbeck Diversity Scholarships are available for this course for students from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.
Careers and employability
On successfully graduating from this course, you will have gained an array of transferable skills, including:
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the ability to analyse data and evaluate trends
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the capacity to assess information critically and solve problems
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effective communication of ideas, findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.
The course is designed to prepare you for careers including in:
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finance, e.g. investment banking, asset management or financial consulting
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government in economic policy analysis, research, or in central banks, treasury departments or international organisations
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business, as a business analyst or market researcher, or in strategic planning and corporate finance
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data analysis as an analyst or econometrician in industries such as banking, insurance or market research
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nonprofit and NGOs, e.g. in economic development, policy advocacy or research positions.
You may also choose to pursue your studies further at postgraduate level.
Source: Birkbeck, University of London
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Financial Economics with Foundation Year at Birkbeck, University of London.
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2 course options available.
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Birkbeck Business School
Location
Main Site | London
Duration
6 Years
Study mode
Part-time
Subjects
• Financial economics
Start date
October 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
For information about course structure and the modules you will be studying, please visit Birkbeck’s online prospectus.
How you will be assessed
Most modules are assessed by course assignments and/or in-class tests and an unseen formal examination in June.
In the final year, there is a 5000-word project.
Birkbeck, University of London reviews
Showing 24 reviews
Foundation year student
Although i haven't engaged with the student union alot. Its been a not so bad experience. The student union does its best to solve issues.
1 year ago
Foundation year student
The uni life is amazing. Students are respectful in terms of culture and diversity. Its fun to engage with new people and make new friends. London's a big city with lots of opportunities.
1 year ago
Foundation year student
As its based in London. The cost of living is very high. But i cannot comment on the financial support offered as I did not take it.
1 year ago
Foundation year student
The service has been great. Teachers engage with students alot. Especially in seminars
1 year ago
Foundation year student
Although i expected there to be a gym. But otherwise, the rest of the facilities such as the library or the student union experience has been fantastic.
1 year ago
Foundation year student
Overall, my experience has been extremely great. I only attend university once a week while being a full-time student. Its always fun attending classes and studying in your own time, flexibility is one of the biggest benefits.
1 year ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Birkbeck, University of London students who took the Financial Economics with Foundation Year course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
88%
med
Teaching on my course
88%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
94%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
94%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
69%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
94%
high
Learning opportunities
75%
low
Learning opportunities
75%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
81%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
88%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
69%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
69%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
69%
low
Assessment and feedback
66%
low
Assessment and feedback
66%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
75%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
81%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
50%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
59%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
66%
low
Academic support
87%
med
Academic support
87%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
81%
low
Organisation and management
62%
low
Organisation and management
62%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
53%
low
How well organised is your course?
72%
low
Learning resources
77%
low
Learning resources
77%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
69%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
84%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
78%
low
Student voice
70%
low
Student voice
70%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
57%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
72%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
77%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
46%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
82%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
76%
low
Student information
See who's studying at Birkbeck, University of London. These students are taking Financial Economics with Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Economics | B | |||||
| Mathematics | B | |||||
| Business Studies | C | |||||
| Psychology | C | |||||
| Government and Politics | C | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Financial Economics with Foundation Year course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Birkbeck, University of London graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
85%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
80%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
50%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
35%
Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
15%
Managers, directors and senior officials
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Engineering professionals
Graduate statistics
60%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
80%
In work, study or other activity
65%
Say it fits with future plans
55%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
15%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Sales occupations
10%
Secretarial and related occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Birkbeck, University of London graduates who took Financial Economics with Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£26.5k
First year after graduation
£42k
Third year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Financial Economics with Foundation Year.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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