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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Economics course at Birmingham City University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,C
A Level: 112 UCAS tariff points / BBC (or equivalent). AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels. A maximum of four subjects will be considered.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Birmingham City University. These students are taking Economics or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Economics | C |
| Business Studies | C |
| Mathematics | D |
| Psychology | C |
| Sociology | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L100
Here's what Birmingham City University says about its Economics course.
The applied nature of our BSc (Hons) Economics degree prepares you to work as an economist, or in a related role which is concerned with the study of the economy and its impact on society and the natural environment.
Economics is a major social science which informs major challenges faced by our societies today, including inequality, environmental sustainability and economic policy. Economics draws on and influences other social sciences and humanities and it is also a core business discipline which is integral to understanding organisational behaviour, strategy and corporate performance.
The unique offering of this course lies in its use of a pluralist approach to teaching, which will empower you to understand the relevance of competing economic theories and their application in your daily life and in your future workplace.
The course will provide you with a firm foundation of economics to interpret, analyse and question diverse economic theories and policies in a real-life context. To do so effectively, this course equips you with a vast analytical toolkit, which includes mathematical and statistical analysis, critical thinking, qualitative techniques and proficiency in a range of industry-specific software packages that are relevant to the Economics profession. You will also learn how to communicate results and ideas concisely to a variety of specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Professional Placement Year
This course offers an optional professional placement year. This allows you to spend a whole year with an employer, following successful completion of your second year, and is a great way to find out more about your chosen career. Some students even return to the same employers after completing their studies.
If you choose to pursue a placement year, you will need to find a suitable placement to complement your chosen area of study. You will be able to draw on the University’s extensive network of local, regional, and national employers, and the support of our Careers teams. If you are able to secure a placement, you can request to be transferred to the placement version of the course.
Please note that fees are payable during your placement year, equivalent to 20% of the total full-time course fee for that year.
Source: Birmingham City University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Birmingham City Business School
Location
Curzon Building | Birmingham
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Economics
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £18,570 per year |
| International | £18,570 per year |
Birmingham City University student reviews
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Birmingham City University is a wonderful place to be, very accommodative irrespective of your ethnicity. Staff are well approachable
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I was mostly as City Centre campus so I was close to the city centre area. I always found things to do in my free time, had shops close by for my food shopping and could always find somewhere to meet friends. My friends and I really enjoyed the pub quiz at the Eagle and Ball and this became a week...
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Birmingham City University
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 Birmingham City University students who took the Economics course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
79%
low
Teaching on my course
79%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
75%
low
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?
77%
low
Learning opportunities
77%
low
Learning opportunities
77%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
71%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
85%
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?
79%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
81%
med
Assessment and feedback
79%
med
Assessment and feedback
79%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
88%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
79%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
71%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
89%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
71%
med
Academic support
86%
med
Academic support
86%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
96%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
77%
low
Organisation and management
79%
low
Organisation and management
79%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
83%
med
How well organised is your course?
75%
low
Learning resources
83%
low
Learning resources
83%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
79%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
81%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
89%
med
Student voice
75%
med
Student voice
75%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
73%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
77%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
78%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
75%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
85%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
78%
low
Student information
See who's studying at Birmingham City University. These students are taking Economics or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Economics at Birmingham City University.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Birmingham City University graduates who took Economics - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£23.7k
First year after graduation
£25.2k
Third year after graduation
£30.3k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Economics.
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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At Birmingham City University, we make it easy for you succeed. Our focus on practical skills and real-world learning means you'll leave ready to make waves in your chosen career.
University is about more than a degree - it's an experience that shapes your future, unlocks your potential and helps you grow professionally and personally.
Located at the heart of the UK's second city, studying at BCU means you'll be at the centre of it all, experiencing student life to the fullest. Our cutting-edge facilities, vibrant and diverse city-centre location bring our students a wealth of opportunities, industry connections and not to mention, a whole lot of fun.
Birmingham City University open days
Open Days are the perfect way to find out more about university, you’ll be able to attend course talks, meet lecturers, chat to current students, find out about finance and other support services. It also offers a great way to get a feel for campus life and help you see firsthand why Birmingham City University is a great place to study.
Our next open days are taking place on:
• Saturday 4 October
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