BSc Economics
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Economics, an economics degree centred on applied economic principles, policy, and quantitative methods. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, Human Behaviour, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can undertake an optional placement year between the second and third years of study. The first year covers foundational concepts through Principles of Applied Economics, Responsible Business, and Equality and Sustainability of Economic Development. The second year introduces core technical skills with Econometrics Modelling, Applied Intermediate Economics, and Business Research Methods, alongside optional modules such as International Finance and Corporate Finance. The final year focuses on advanced study through Research Investigation, Experimental Economics, and Fintech and Digital Disruption in Finance, with further options including Rethinking Globalisation. Students complete either a traditional dissertation or a business creation feasibility project in their final year.
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Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements: 104 UCAS Tariff points; and 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including English Language and Maths.
What students say
Based on about 5 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 71%
- Learning opportunities: 72%
- Assessment and feedback: 69%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 73%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 64%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 41 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 6%
- Unemployed: 3%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 14%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 11%
- Administrative occupations: 11%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 8%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 35 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 15%
- North West: 15%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 60%
- East Midlands: 5%
- Wales: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Principles of Applied Economics
- Responsible Business
- Equality and Sustainability of Economic Development
- Economic Policy and Practice
- Quantitative Methods for Business and Economics
- Financial Concepts and Planning
- Econometrics Modelling
- Applied Intermediate Economics
- International Finance
- Corporate Finance
- Business Research Methods
- Environmental Economics
- The Business Lab - Real-World Consulting in Action
- Research Investigation
- Experimental Economics
- Fintech and Digital Disruption in Finance
- Health Economics
- Rethinking Globalisation
- Corporate Governance, Ethics and Sustainability
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Economics at York St John University earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £20,000 after 3 years, £21,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £17,000 and £29,000. The £21,500 median after five years is £27,000 less than the UK median for Economics.
What do graduates of BSc Economics at York St John University do next?
86% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Economics at York St John University?
71% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Economics at York St John University?
The average entrant had 108 UCAS points.
Does BSc Economics at York St John University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Economics at York St John University?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.