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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Business Economics
University of Huddersfield
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Business Economics course at University of Huddersfield.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,B
Most popular A-levels studied
The Business Economics course at University of Huddersfield features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Economics | B |
| Mathematics | B |
| Business Studies | B |
| History | C |
| Chemistry | C |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Economics | A |
| Business Studies | B |
| Mathematics | C |
| Chemistry | C |
| Biology | B |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Business Studies | B |
| Economics | B |
| Chemistry | C |
| Computer Science | C |
| Physical Education | A* |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L110
Here's what University of Huddersfield says about its Business Economics course.
Graduates with a strong understanding of economics are currently in-demand in the global business industry. Make your mark in this exciting sector with the help of this Business Economics BSc(Hons) degree.
This course aims to equip you with the integral skills in and knowledge of business operations and economics. You’ll be able to look at how economic issues are relevant in a business context, as well as learn how business managers make decisions after considering economic policies and other key financial issues, such as inflation. You’ll also learn in our state-of-the-art trading room.
Why Study?Business Economics BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield? You can look forward to a high-quality education here, as your teachers rank in the top three in England for the proportion who hold doctorates (HESA 2022). Economics at Huddersfield is also top in Yorkshire for learning experience, learning opportunities, academic support and more (National Student Survey 2023).
On top of option modules, you’ll study a wide range of subjects including microeconomics and macroeconomics, international economics, industrial economics, and decision science.
Away from campus, you’ll gain relevant real-world experience. After the second year of the course, you’ll put your knowledge and skills to the test in an optional 48-week work placement in your area of interest, in the UK or abroad, utilising our links with local, national, and international companies throughout many industries.
This course will prepare you for a variety of potentially exciting careers in a range of fields in the industry. You could work as a finance officer, audit associate or financial analyst. You’ll be able to work for other organisations, or even pursue your passions by creating your own business.
Professional Bodies You’ll be studying at an Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International-accredited Business School. Globally, fewer than six per cent of institutions offering business degrees achieve this accreditation.
Why Huddersfield? Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.
Source: University of Huddersfield
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Department of Accountancy Finance and Economics (BDAFE)
Location
Main Site | Huddersfield
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Sandwich
Subjects
• Economics
• Applied economics
• Economic policy
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| EU | £17,600 per year |
| International | £17,600 per year |
The modules you will study
Modules on the first year of this course include: • Introduction to Macroeconomics • Introduction to Microeconomics • Statistics for Social Sciences • Mathematics for Social Sciences • Understanding Business Analytics.
To see the full range of modules and descriptions (including option modules), please visit our website. A link to this course can be found at the bottom of the page in the ‘Course contact details’ section.
How you will be assessed
All our courses give you an overview of: • contact time with your tutor • time spent on independent study • how you will be taught, assessed, and receive feedback
Take a look at the Teaching and Assessment information on our course page.
University of Huddersfield student reviews
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There are many encouraging events, competitions and social activities.
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Our university has an excellent and supportive faculty
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My course is a blend of mechanical, Electrical and control engineering, so this engineering course unlocks the doors for many future technologies,
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Huddersfield
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 University of Huddersfield students who took the Business Economics course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
85%
med
Teaching on my course
85%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
88%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
90%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
73%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
89%
med
Learning opportunities
89%
high
Learning opportunities
89%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
83%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
91%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
90%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
89%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
90%
high
Assessment and feedback
82%
med
Assessment and feedback
82%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
90%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
83%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
83%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
84%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
68%
med
Academic support
86%
med
Academic support
86%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
89%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
82%
low
Organisation and management
85%
med
Organisation and management
85%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
83%
med
How well organised is your course?
87%
med
Learning resources
97%
high
Learning resources
97%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
92%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
98%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
100%
high
Student voice
93%
high
Student voice
93%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
89%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
96%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
95%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
84%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
94%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
93%
high
Student information
The Business Economics course at University of Huddersfield features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Huddersfield graduates who took Business Economics - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£21.5k
First year after graduation
£28.8k
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.
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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