Economics and Finance: Fees & Entry Requirements at University of Leeds, UK

Economics and Finance

UK

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What will I learn?

You’ll study your Economics and Finance degree at our world-renowned Leeds University Business School, home to the Applied Institute for Research in Economics. Here you’ll have access to the latest knowledge from our academic research centres.This degree allows you to explore the intersection between economics and the world of finance. Through compulsory modules, you'll explore the core concepts, practices and techniques in economics as well as knowledge of the financial foundations of firms, financial markets and institutions. You will gain analytical, quantitative, computing, presentation and other transferable skills, preparing you for a variety of exciting careers in the private and public sector.Within a challenging and supportive environment, you'll develop an in-depth understanding of the nature and methods of economic and financial analysis, allowing you to gain insight into the factors that influence income generation, growth and distribution, individual and firm behaviour, corporate finance and financial markets together with policy options and dilemmas.A range of optional economics and finance modules will provide you with the opportunity to explore specialist areas such as economic development, behavioural economics, monetary policy, international banking and finance, and auditing.Leeds is one of the largest centres for financial and business services in the UK, which makes it an ideal place to study economics and finance. You’ll also have a range of opportunities to gain relevant work experience within the sector.**Shape your learning with pathways**This course offers pathways from year 2, which allow you to tailor your course to your specific interests or professional aspirations. The pathways provide modules that can be taken in particular areas and can be followed through to your final year. This unique level of personalisation and self-direction provides you with flexibility to meet your career goals, whilst helping you stand out from the crowd when you graduate.The pathways available on this course are: - Enterprise and Innovation- Ethics and Sustainability

Which department am I in?

Leeds University Business School

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£28,750.00 (31,32,491) per year
Accommodation (Self-catered En suite) - Starts £175 Per week

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Leeds, Main

Woodhouse Lane,

Leeds,

West Yorkshire,

LS2 9JT, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
Information not available

Please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Site

Woodhouse Lane,

Leeds,

West Yorkshire,

LS2 9JT, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A-level: AAA GCSE: 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or higher including Mathematics grade A/7 and English Language grade B/6 or equivalent, or an appropriate English language qualification. If you have a B/6 in GCSE English Literature we will accept a Grade B/5 or C/4 in GCSE English Language.Other course specific tests: Read more about UK and Republic of Ireland accepted qualifications for this course.Alternative qualification Access to HE Diploma The Access to Higher Education Diploma is assessed on a case-by-case basis upon receipt of the application. We can consider this qualification from UK applicants only, who must complete a Business-related diploma of 60 credits to include 45 credits at Level 3. A minimum of 30 Level 3 credits must be awarded at Distinction and 15 at Merit.Applicants are expected to meet the GCSE Mathematics and English Language minimum requirements for their chosen degree programme. BTEC We will accept the RQF BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business with Distinction* Distinction Distinction (an academic A Level is not required). For the QCF BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business, or other BTEC qualifications alongside academic A-levels, please see our BTEC . Cambridge Pre-U D3, D3, M1. Please note that this requirement excludes the Cambridge Pre-U Certificate in Global Perspectives and Independent Research. We also consider applicants who offer a combination of Pre-U and A-Level qualifications. International Baccalaureate For degrees requiring AAA at A-level: 35 points overall with 17 points from Higher Level subjects. Plus 5 in Standard Level Mathematics courses or 4 in Higher Level Mathematics courses, and 6 in Standard Level English A or Higher Level English B, or 5 in Higher Level English A.For degrees requiring AAB at A-level: 35 points overall with 16 points from Higher Level subjects. Plus 5 in Standard Level Mathematics courses or 4 in Higher Level Mathematics courses, and 6 in Standard Level English A or Higher Level English B, or 5 in Higher Level English A.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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