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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Business Economics with Foundation Year

Middlesex University

(3.5)
51 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Business Economics with Foundation Year course at Middlesex University.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

D,E

Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at Middlesex University. These students are taking Business Economics with Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.

Economics
SubjectGrade
EconomicsC
MathematicsE
SociologyC
Business StudiesB
HistoryD
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: N5FY

Here's what Middlesex University says about its Business Economics with Foundation Year course.

Course Summary The BSc Business Economics with Foundation Year at Middlesex University is designed to provide a solid grounding in economics and business concepts for students who need additional academic support before progressing to the full degree. The Foundation Year focuses on developing essential skills in economics, business, and mathematics, preparing students for more advanced topics in the subsequent years of the course. Following the Foundation Year, students will study a range of subjects including global financial markets, econometrics, and data analysis, applying these concepts to real-world scenarios. The course also includes a valuable paid placement year, allowing students to gain practical experience in public, private, or voluntary sectors.

Why Study This Course at Middlesex? Middlesex University offers a unique opportunity to build the essential academic skills through the Foundation Year, giving students the support they need to succeed in a business economics degree. The course is taught by experienced academics who bring real-world insights into the classroom, and the university’s strong links with industry ensure that students receive relevant, up-to-date knowledge. The paid placement year offers hands-on experience, allowing students to apply their learning in real business environments. The university’s strong focus on employability ensures that graduates are well-prepared for a variety of roles in business, finance, and public policy.

What You Will Gain By completing the BSc Business Economics with Foundation Year, you will gain a strong understanding of economic principles, analytical skills, and the ability to apply these concepts in a business setting. You will develop expertise in areas such as data collection, interpretation, and financial analysis. The Foundation Year will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the full degree, while the paid placement year will give you valuable professional experience. By the end of the course, you will be prepared for roles in business analysis, financial policy, applied economics, and more, with the confidence to critically assess global economic events and contribute to business decision-making.

Source: Middlesex University

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Business

Location

Hendon Campus | London

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time including foundation year

Subjects

• Business economics

Start date

1 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£5,760 per year
Scotland£5,760 per year
Wales£5,760 per year
Northern Ireland£5,760 per year

Middlesex University student reviews

(3.5)
Based on 51 reviews from Middlesex University's students and alumni
5 star
17%
4 star
40%
3 star
27%
2 star
12%
1 star
4%
All reviews

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3rd year

Biomedical sciences

7 months ago

The student union took feedback seriously and campaigned for change

(5)
Student Union

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

7 months ago

I was very busy working as an SLA and having another part time job on the side. They recently changed how many modules there are, some of them were merged to create one longer module and it takes a lot of time to catch-up as there’s only 6 hours of contact

(3)
University life

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

7 months ago

The university started a £2 meal after people complained that the food costs were too high, they have a variety of low cost places nearby and every day there’s a vegan option and a halal meat option for the £2 meal

Finance

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

7 months ago

There was quite a lot of support available with the SLA team but that has recently been cut. The SLA team helped answer questions and helped look over assessments and give you feedback

(4)
Support

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

7 months ago

They have a microbiology lab and a cancer lab with samples. You are taught about the microbiology lab in the first year and get to culture bacteria in second year to prepare you to choose what lab based dissertation you want to do

Facilities

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

7 months ago

The course has many different subject that are taught 2 at a time for each semester. They have labs and assignments throughout the semester but not as much face-to-face contact with the lecturer only 6 hours per week

(4)
Course

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Middlesex 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 Middlesex University students who took the Business Economics with Foundation Year course - or another course in the same subject area.

Economics

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

87%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

87%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

87%

high

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

93%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

93%

high

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

93%

high

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

93%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

87%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

87%

high

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

100%

high

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

100%

high

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

67%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

80%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

80%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

86%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

93%

high

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

80%

low

How well organised is your course?

87%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

93%

high

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

93%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

100%

high

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

86%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

93%

high

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

93%

high

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

86%

high

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

100%

high

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

100%

high

Student information

See who's studying at Middlesex University. These students are taking Business Economics with Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.

Economics
Mode of study
Full-time95%Part-time5%
Gender ratio
Female31%Male69%
Where students come from
International16%UK84%
Student performance
2:1 or above67%
Number of students105
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about Middlesex University graduates who took Business Economics with Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.

Social sciences

Graduate statistics

55%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

88%

In work, study or other activity

65%

Say it fits with future plans

67%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

14%

Welfare Professionals

11%

Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation

9%

Teaching Professionals

9%

Welfare and housing associate professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from Middlesex University graduates who took Business Economics with Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.

Economics

Earnings

£25k

First year after graduation

£29.9k

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 Business Economics with Foundation Year.

Source: LEO

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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