BSc (Hons) Economics

We bring economics to life. Our highly ranked (NSS) degree immerses you in different economic approaches, to understand how their impact influences how we all live, work and play.

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Typical offer: 120–128
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Fees: £9,535 per year (UK)
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UCAS code: L101
Course length: Various
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University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
Institute code: H36
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Economics Scholarship
£2,000 scholarship available with the ‘Economics’ scholarship.

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100% satisfaction for academic support (NSS, 2024, based on the average of Q15-16)

8th in the UK for Economics (Guardian University Guide, 2023)

Economics at Herts

Course overview

Money makes the world go around, but it’s economic decisions that keep it turning. Our acclaimed course looks at how everyday decisions all make a difference - whether it's in politics, the markets, in business to even our own personal lifestyle choices.

In our fast-paced, ever-changing world, fuelled by big data and AI, trained economists with the ability to analyse challenges, problem solve and create solutions are defining the future.

This is why governments, banks and businesses turn to and rely on economists for vital help with analysis and advice. And this could be your future role if you choose to study our highly acclaimed Economics degree.

Learn how economists think, analyse, and problem solve. Explore a wide range of real-world problems encountered by individuals, businesses, and governments today and potential approaches to addressing them.

Go beyond theory, challenge yourself with stimulating discussions on traditional and non-conventional economic approaches, and the impact they have in the real-world. Study traditional theories alongside heterodox methods.

Study a variety of perspectives, think independently, challenging theory where necessary and with good reason.

Feedback from one student sums it up: 'Overall, without the support from lecturers and the programme leader I would not have had such a positive university experience nor gone onto a masters. The staff made me realise my potential which I then unlocked.' (Urvish Patel (2018 graduate), 2021).

*based on an average of questions 1-25 of the NSS survey 2023.

Why choose this course?

A student focused course, as shown in our outstanding 2023 NSS results and consistently excellent feedback from external examiners and the student body.

Boost your problem-solving skills and think like an economist - logical, focused, and capable of evaluating hard facts and data. Explore how you can use your skills to follow individual passions such sustainability, technology or conservation.

One student comments: 'My second and third years of my Herts Economics course is where I really began to love the subject - and there were some great lecturers who covered fascinating topics. I thoroughly enjoyed expanding my knowledge into Microeconomics, as well as delving into concepts such as Game Theory and Econometrics.' (Henry Finbow (2017 graduate), 2021).

We are proud of our strong relationships with professional bodies, our alumni network and business connections. You'll benefit from our collaborations as you learn and gain from their industry experience and stories.

Meet and learn from alumni working in public and private sector organisations as well as forward-thinking academic economist researchers.

Explore an array of extracurricular opportunities to strengthen your network and skills, putting your knowledge into practice before you graduate.

Take part in the national University Business Challenge, join our prestigious Enactus society working on social sustainability projects or enter our ‘Flare Ignite’ annual competition for students and alumni looking to start their own business.

We are a caring and friendly university, and you’ll receive excellent support from a staff community team to help you with any academic and personal challenges.

Your future career

Economist skills are prized in the modern workplace, and choosing our modern course will open doors into different fields besides traditional economics. Explore how you can develop your skills to follow individual passions such as sustainability, technology or conservation.

Possible roles of employment include:

Economist
Researcher
Actuary
Statistician
Stockbroker
Financial consultant

Our alumni work in key public and private sector organisations such as HM Treasury, Bank of England, Western Union, Sky, Mercer & Hole, PWC, Content Guru, NIESR and Anglian Water, as well as become forward-thinking academic economist researchers latest thinking and ideas.

With a strong focus on being work-ready, learn the principles of economics but also the thought processes and skills needed to succeed in business.

We help you find CV-enhancing opportunities such as employer competitions, insight days, digital programmes, volunteering, student leadership roles, and achievement awards.

What you'll study

"I really valued the wide range of optional modules to choose from on the course, which allowed me to explore the different avenues in the first two years, and then cater the course to my specific interests and competencies in the final year" (C.Godding, 2021).

Immerse yourself in a blend of modern heterodox and more traditional economic methods, enabling you to apply economic principles to a wide range of current issues.

You’ll study four subjects each semester, with a minimum of eight hours of in-person teaching per week. As an independent learner, you'll access online content with recommended books, videos, and podcasts to help you.

Module leaders offer weekly drop-ins and feedback, and you'll work together with your classmates on tasks and group assignments.

In your first year, study introductory modules on microeconomics, macroeconomics, and essential quantitative skills.

In your second year, deepen your knowledge further by studying techniques of economic analysis and econometrics. You also have the option to apply your learning and to experience professional life on work placement.

In your final year, study contemporary economic issues and performance, focus on key interest areas with a variety of optional modules such as Game Theory, Political Economy of Climate Change and Anatomy of Financial Crises.

Enrich your personal development through our internships, placements, study-abroad and our Future Success networking events.

Assessments are via essays, work-based reports and group presentations, which gives you a head-start in developing the practical skills needed for your career.

Level 4

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Introduction to Microeconomics	15 Credits	Compulsory
Microeconomics is concerned with the behaviour of individual firms, markets and consumers in their economic activity. Microeconomics considers choice-making within the context of a market mechanism. The module covers the nature of markets including the determinants of demand and supply and the competitive environment within industries. The role of the government in intervening in markets is also considered.
Introduction to Macroeconomics	15 Credits	Compulsory
The module aims to provide students with an introductory grounding in the principles and concepts of macroeconomic analysis, including consideration of: unemployment; inflation; money; banking; government policies in terms of taxes and interest rates, for example; and international trade. Indicative content: - Basic macroeconomic models - income - expenditure approach - Theories of consumption and savings - Aggregate demand and aggregate supply - Unemployment - Inflation - Money and banking - Fiscal and monetary policies - Introduction to open-economy macroeconomics
Economy and Society	15 Credits	Compulsory
This engaging contextual module showcases the scope and power of economics in understanding many of the key issues which face society. It explores globalisation, economic development and the onward march of the market in societies such as the UK and elsewhere. The module also considers the limits of the market and economic analysis itself, in considering some ethical and moral issues in contemporary business and the economy. The module will appeal to economics and non-economics students in considering the value of economics in tackling some of the big issues facing modern economies and societies, thus providing valuable context for the theory they will learn elsewhere. Topics will include: A brief economic history of the world economy Globalisation Important economic institutions, e.g. government, the legal system, WTO The market in modern society The limits of the market Financial crisis Can economics explain everything? Ethical considerations environment, social responsibility.
Principles of Finance	30 Credits	Compulsory
The module provides a basic underpinning and introduction to financial markets, financial management and accounting. The need for capital by organisations is explored and the different sources of available finance are examined along with the requirement for financial reporting. Structures of financial statements are explained in order for students to be able to analyse the financial health of the business. Commonly used analytical techniques in finance are introduced to enable students to make recommendations regarding a business decision. Topics may include: The growth and nature of financial markets and institutions The nature of financial instruments Differences between financial accounting, management accounting and financial management Structure and interpretation of financial statements The difference between profit and cash Budgeting and planning Sources of finance Investment appraisal techniques Working capital management Business objectives, value and agency issues.
Foundations of Economic Analysis	30 Credits	Compulsory
The module presents some of the founding principles of economics and provides students with a series of academic skills and study strategies which will underpin their subsequent studies. The module is composed of several themes which will include communication, analytical thinking, critical evaluation, research methods, IT-literacy and numeracy. These will allow students to effectively match problem-solving techniques to different scenarios. The module selects a series of issues that are pertinent to the economist, the economics profession and economics practice.
Quantitative Methods in Economics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module is an introduction to important statistical techniques that are used in economics. The module typically covers statistical sampling, measures of location and dispersion, presentation of statistical data, basics of probability theory, probability distributions, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing.
Help Build Success in Economics	0 Credits	Compulsory
This module will support students as they transition onto their undergraduate degree. It will encourage students to articulate their individual learning requirements, so we can signpost opportunities for personal, professional and peer support. This module will nurture their personal skills in resilience, self-care, and time management to secure their wellbeing. It will introduce students to a wide range of academic skills to enable them to succeed, ensuring they are aware of the regulations and relevant policies and procedures in support of their learning and success.

Level 5

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Techniques of Economic Analysis	15 Credits	Compulsory
Economic analysis in practice inevitably entails the identification, collection, interpretation and processing of empirical evidence in various forms. This module will, first of all, introduce students to a range of essential quantitative techniques for economic analysis, such as solving simultaneous equation systems, differentiation, optimisation, and solving growth, discounting and data envelopment analysis problems. The quantitative prerequisites are limited to simple algebra and basic statistics. The module will then enable students to apply relevant techniques to the study of a range of economic issues concerning firms, markets and the macroeconomy using real-world datasets.
International Trade and the Open Economy	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module builds on the foundation provided by the Level 5 macroeconomics module, which develops macroeconomic tools of analysis in the context of a closed economy. These analytical tools and approaches, such as the IS-LM-BP model and the AS-AD framework, are further developed and employed to explain the international economy and growth. The module also provides an insight into some of the principal models that have been devised to explain macroeconomic events in an open economy and to predict the consequences of certain actions by economic agents. Finally, the module evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of the various models constructed to explain international trade and the development of an open economy.
Econometrics	15 Credits	Compulsory
Econometrics is concerned with the statistical analysis of economic data. This module is designed for students with only a limited mathematical and statistical background and gives a short introduction to single equation simple and multiple regression models, and the problems which often arise in their use. The emphasis is on developing an ability to use an appropriate econometrics package, with some understanding of the relevant statistical principles. The module begins with a review of the elementary statistics required later, and ends with topics such as heteroskedasticity, serial correlation, multicollinearity and forecasting.
Consumers, Firms and Markets	15 Credits	Compulsory
The modern capitalist economy can be viewed as an enormous collection of consumers and firms who engage in markets. How effective these markets are and what it means for society will, in large part, depend upon how consumers and firms actually behave. This module explores this behaviour, employing both standard economic analysis, i.e. how rational agents make decisions, as well as alternative approaches which acknowledge limits on rationality while also proposing more realistic psychology. The impact upon decision-making is further considered. The success of the economy is reliant upon the efficiency of the markets within it. This crucial economic aspect will be explored for the different types of market structures. Further, the causes and consequences of market failures will also be addressed.
Labour Economics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This course will analyse topics of behaviour and outcomes in labour markets and other related markets. We will discuss the way in which labour markets are organised and what implications this has for individual outcomes. We begin by considering the behaviour of firms (labour demand) and workers (supply) and evaluate the concept of labour market equilibrium. We continue with a variety of topics including, inter alia, education and skills, labour mobility and segmentation, information approaches to recruitment and selection, incentive design, gender and racial discrimination, and unemployment (search and matching). The main analytical tools will be theoretical but we will also make use of real-world policy examples and applied techniques. This module will complement L5 microeconomics; basic competence in algebra and introductory econometrics will be developed, as required, within the module.
Skills for Economists	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module aims to develop and enhance the student skill set with an appropriate focus on academic, employability and research skills which will equip students both for continuing study and for future employment in a range of posts. It will harness and develop these skills in the context of key economic issues thus offering tangible application. It will build on skills introduced and developed in L4, particularly the Economics Professional. The following will be covered: The scope and method of the economist. The key academic skills. Employability skills and the graduate labour market. Developing and articulating the skills set and planning your personal development. Research skills for economists.
History of Economic Thought	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module aims to chart out key figures and ideas from the history of economic thought from before Adam Smith to the current time. The variety of economic ideas and opinions is evident in much current debate, which itself is often revisiting the events of the past where famous economists like Smith and Ricardo in the 18th and 19th centuries and Keynes and Friedman in the 20th centuries attempted to grapple with the key issues facing them and their economic environment. For example, how to deal with financial crises and depressions are problems which have stimulated much debate in the past as well as in the current day. Economic thought has a rich history to explore and much insight to offer. The dominant thinking before Adam Smith is considered, along with Malthus, Marx and Mill. Early economists who made their mark in the early twentieth century like Marshall, Veblen and Schumpeter are also discussed. The different schools of thought that have emerged in economics and their methodological character are explored.
Macroeconomics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module builds on the foundation provided by the first-year module Introduction to Macroeconomics to examine macroeconomic issues on a more rigorous basis. It introduces and develops analytical apparatuses such as the IS-LM model and the AS-AD framework that are employed in the macro analysis. It also provides an insight into some of the principal models that have been devised to explain macroeconomic events and to predict the consequences of certain actions by economic agents. Finally, the module evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of the various models in relation to macroeconomic developments that are necessary to understand the financial world.

Level 6

Module	Credits	Compulsory/optional
Anatomy of Financial Crises	15 Credits	Optional
This module provides an opportunity to explore the major financial crises that have taken place across the globe since the early 20th century. It aims to reconstruct some of the financial theories on the basis of the empirical evidence as opposed to 'the theory first application later' approach.
Dissertation - Economics	30 Credits	Optional
The dissertation offers the opportunity to undertake an individual piece of work that is designed to develop research skills relevant to a specific area of study. Students will be allocated an academic supervisor who will meet with students on a regular basis. On completion of the research, students will be required to produce a dissertation of 6,000 words. The dissertation will be assessed using the Business School dissertation criteria that cover the management of the dissertation, the methodology used, the intellectual quality and originality, and the structure and coherence of the report.
International Production and Governance	15 Credits	Optional
This module explores key changes in the global economy by examining recent trends in international trade, production, investment and labour. Theories of international production are examined alongside the competitive strategies of large transnational firms. There is a focus on the changing patterns of governance with regards to different varieties of capitalism and the relationship between different levels of governance; the global, the national and the local. The module emphasises the way in which both academic and business literature offer competing interpretations of the nature of these changing trends, their outcomes and their implications for policy. The module explores a wide range of current issues, moving beyond some of the standard economic concerns, to consider the sustainability and ethics of some economic approaches. Wider societal impacts are also considered by highlighting socioeconomic imbalances, the impact of migration and exploring health outcomes under different political economy models. The informal economy is addressed, particularly within an economic treatment of sex work and the sex industry.
Money, Banking and Finance	15 Credits	Optional
The financial sector is vital to all economies. It is a major and successful part of the UK economy. This module provides the techniques and concepts to analyse and understand this sector. The major theoretical underpinnings of the financial sector are explored. Thus, the module considers portfolio theory, the term structure of interest rates, demand and supply of money, monetary policy, exchange rate systems, insurance markets and the efficient markets hypothesis.
Modern Econometrics	30 Credits	Optional
Introduction to modern econometrics: a review of the classical regression model as well as multicollinearity, heteroskedasticity and autocorrelation. Estimating dynamic models: Adjustment lags and the problem of estimation; the formation of expectations. Data-mining: Alternative approaches to selecting the 'best' model and criteria. Handling non-stationary time series: Stationary and non-stationary processes; testing for Stationary, error-correction model. Cointegration and error-correction models: Cointegration between variables via testing; the estimation of the error-correction model. Further topics: Vector autoregressions.
Markets, Competition and Policy Performance	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module follows on from and develops ideas set out in the module 'Consumers, Firms and Markets'. It recognises that the competitiveness of markets is a key factor and one in which government policy can both facilitate and hinder. Markets can fail and government policy can play a useful role. However, government failure is also a concern, so intervention must be used carefully. This module explores these issues which reflect a longstanding, central debate in economics which, nonetheless, remains current. The effectiveness of markets and industries is also very much dependent upon organisational efficiency at the level of the business firm. The module, therefore, also considers useful approaches in this area, as exemplified by the work of e.g. Oliver Williamson. Furthermore, the module recognises that the success of the economy over time is a dynamic issue and thus explores the economics of innovation.
Macroeconomics Performance	15 Credits	Compulsory
The past few decades have witnessed significant new developments in the trends and patterns of wealth creation and distribution across the global economies. This module aims to further develop students' critical understanding of the relevance and limitations in the analysis of macroeconomic performance and policy conduct in the contemporary context. Insofar as theoretical developments are concerned, particular emphasis will be placed on the New Classical, New Keynesian and selected heterodox economics thinking on the attainment of societal goals of economic efficiency and social equity. This module will also enable students to develop an in-depth understanding of a range of practical issues concerning inflation, public finance, exchange rate regimes, financial liberalisation, international trade and globalisation.
Contemporary Issues in Economics	15 Credits	Compulsory
This module aims to enhance students' understanding of different theoretical frameworks and research methodologies in order for them to develop their understanding of how knowledge is created and developed in the area of economics. Students will then study selected key contemporary issues from an economic perspective. The exact topics will, by definition, change depending on the issues of the day, but, in all cases, students will be able to see the benefit of using appropriate tools of economic analysis. Issues will be evaluated on the basis of the quality of the economic explanation offered, both in terms of theory and evidence. In this way, students can appreciate how theory can be effectively translated into real policy action.
Game Theory and Economic Applications	15 Credits	Optional
Introduction / Definition of a game / Definition of the mixed strategy / Strict and weak dominance / Successive elimination of strictly dominated strategies / Common knowledge of rationality / The Nash equilibrium / Microeconomic applications of static games (oligopolistic markets) / The problem of indeterminacy / Dynamic games / Subgame perfect Nash equilibrium / Repeated games / The Folk Theorem / The Bargaining Problem / Economic applications / Discontents / Conclusions
Industry Practice for Economic Professionals	15 Credits	Optional
In this module, students will assess, develop and evaluate their employability skills through work-based learning. Students will use the professional framework relevant to their specialism to demonstrate competencies. Through their work, students will have opportunities to apply and critically evaluate academic theories and current business school research. Work-based learning opportunities include placement, part-time work, internship, project work and involvement in research or volunteering.
Public Finance	15 Credits	Optional
The economics of public finance deals with some fundamental current economic issues. The module focuses on present-day debates on the subject of the provision of public goods and the role of the government in the economy. It provides a review of the principal theories of the effective provision of social services, the welfare state, social security, national debt and the pricing of public and merit goods. Opinions on these topics and the impact of government economic activities on the allocation of resources and on the distribution of income are divided and are a gulf apart. This module will offer students a deep understanding of public finance and the budgetary process, and the implications of government borrowing and expenditures on the economy. Students during the course of this module will discover the importance of the public sector in the economy. They will learn to recognize the part played by the public sector in the global financial crisis and the changes that globalization has brought in, raising tax revenue, due to global tax competition and mobility.
HBS Placement	0 Credits	Compulsory
This activity is self-directed by the student and carries no credits. Students will be supported by the Professional Experience Module Leader, Professional Experience Visit Co-ordinator, an Academic Mentor and the Centre for Academic Skills Enhancement (CASE). Successful completion of the Professional Experience Module leads to the appropriate suffix on students degree title stated on the programme specifications. Student are required to complete at least 30 weeks of full-time equivalent (at least 35 hours per week) placement activity.
Work Placement (AB)	0 Credits	Optional

Work Placement (A)	0 Credits	Optional

Work Placement (B)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Asia (AB)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Asia (A)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Asia (B)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Africa (AB)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Africa (A)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Africa (B)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Australia (AB)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Australia (A)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Australia (B)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Europe (AB)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Europe (A)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Europe (B)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad North America (AB)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad North America (A)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad North America (B)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Latin America (AB)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Latin America (A)	0 Credits	Optional

Placement Study Abroad Latin America (B)	0 Credits	Optional

Undergraduate Research Skills and Preparation	0 Credits	Optional
This non-credit bearing module of study is designed to provide students with sufficient research practice knowledge within business studies. The purpose is to facilitate a broad understanding which can then be applied to conduct an independent research project (assessed under a different programme-specific module). Key themes covered by the module include: The research process. Formulating a research project (including theoretical underpinning). Ethics considerations. Research methods. Critical skills for conducting a research project. Writing up an undergraduate research project.
Political Economy of Climate Change	15 Credits	Optional
This module explores the challenge of climate change from a political economy perspective. It provides an opportunity to assess the causes and consequences of climate change and evaluate potential solutions, utilising appropriate economic analysis. Climate change is the biggest challenge of the 21st century. It affects ecosystems, resources and livelihoods and threatens future sustainability of all living organisms. It is recognised that economics has a crucial role to play in meeting this challenge and this module will critically apply the requisite knowledge and skills to evaluate these issues. Topics may include: Introduction to climate change Capitalist development and anthropocene Mitigation vs adaptation Sectoral manifestations of Climate Change Conflicts and uneven impacts of Climate Change Which political economy? Power in the context of climate change Climate change and the commons Sustainable growth, green growth and degrowth Markets (incentives and pricing) vs state / private vs public

What if I need support?

You'll benefit from an academic support team, wellbeing team and a personal tutor to help you adjust to the demands of university learning and living.

Our in-house Centre for Academic Skills Enhancement (CASE) is open to all Business School students, for extra support with academic writing, numeracy and referencing.

Optional sandwich year

At the end of your second year, you have the option to experience a year of working life with a placement, or a shorter internship, a huge CV booster!

Professional work experience is the biggest contributor to your future employability. It allows you to put your knowledge into action, while learning how a business operates and making some handy professional connections.

We'll help you make the most of the experience, holding your hand from start to finish. You also get assistance with your CV, plus help preparing for interviews and presentations, at our ground-breaking mock Assessment Centre Experience.

Put knowledge into action, learn how a business operates and make professional connections.

"We employed an economics undergraduate on a one-year placement, he has proven to be a good communicator, analyst and preformed all tasks at a high standard" (ENGIE, 2020).

Find out more about work placements

Study Abroad offers the opportunity for an amazing experience, which will help make you stand out from the crowd. With more and more companies working internationally, experience of living in another country can make a great impression on future employers.

This course offers you the opportunity to enhance your study and CV with a sandwich year abroad. The University has partnerships with over 150 universities around the world, including the USA, Canada, Asia, Africa, Australia, South America and closer to home in Europe.

If you study abroad between your second and third year of study, you’ll pay no tuition fee to the partner university and no tuition fee to us either. We’ll ask you to make your decision in your second year, so there is plenty of time to think about it.

Find out more about study abroad options

At the end of your second year, you have the option to experience a year of working life with a placement, or a shorter internship, a huge CV booster!

Put knowledge into action, learn how a business operates and make professional connections.

"We employed an economics undergraduate on a one-year placement, he has proven to be a good communicator, analyst and preformed all tasks at a high standard" (ENGIE, 2020).

Find out more about work placements

Find out more about study abroad options

Where you'll study

You'll be taught on our modern de Havilland Campus, with our 24/7 Learning Resources Centre, offering open and private study spaces. You also get online self-study materials to further support you.

There are dining options, a bar, and a recreational space on campus where you can shoot some pool or play video games. It also houses Hertfordshire Sports Village, featuring a gym, swimming pool, coffee shop and climbing wall.

Discover the Enterprise Hub, a vibrant destination where local firms and students work and learn in comfort.

The Student Union bar and additional facilities are only a 20 minute walk (or short bus ride) away at our second campus, on College Lane. Student housing is available at both campuses.

A train to central London takes just over 20 minutes, and you are also conveniently located on the A1(M) with access to the road network, making travel quick and convenient.

Who you'll learn from

Staff include active researchers (including several authors), giving you an understanding on how your learning is directly impacting concerns and challenges we are tackling right now. You'll also learn from guest lecturers from industry.

Your course is led by a diverse, enthusiastic teaching team with a broad range of interest areas and expertise. Industry backgrounds include global government employees, alongside those with a strong research pedigree.

Your teaching team includes a subject leader with interests in business economics, organisation economics and innovation who is enthusiastic about the power of economics, with its fusion of ideas and approaches, to improve lives and societies, and meet the challenges of the modern world. A programme leader whose areas of expertise are Game Theory, Social Choice Theory, Behavioural Economics and Political Economy. He is passionate about teaching, and he always encourages students to keep a critical eye at everything they learn. As well as tutors who are always keen to engage students to reflect on the current economic environment by bringing real life examples to the classroom. With a variety of research interests including banking efficiency and convergence, food redistribution and food vulnerability.

How we support our students

At the University of Hertfordshire, we want to make sure your time studying with us is as stress-free and rewarding as possible.

We offer a range of support services, from childcare to counselling, ensuring that you make the most of your time at Herts and can focus on studying, having fun, and have the support you need.

Find out more about support and wellbeing

Entry requirements

The University of Hertfordshire is committed to welcoming students with a wide range of qualifications and levels of experience. The entry requirements listed on the course pages provide a guide to the minimum level of qualifications needed to study each course. However, we have a flexible approach to admissions and each application will be considered on an individual basis.

Typical offer (UCAS points)	120–128
Typical A Level offer	BBB–ABB
Typical IB offer	120–128
Typical BTEC offer	DDM
Typical T Level offer	Design Survey and Planning for Construction; Design Production, Design and Development; Education and Childcare; Healthcare Science; Health; Science; Digital Support Services; Digital Business Services; Onsite Construction; Building Services Engineering for Construction; Accounting; Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control; Finance; Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing; Management and Administration; Agriculture, Land Management and Production; Legal Services.
GCSE	Grade 4/C in English Language and Mathematics.
Access courses	120–128
Additional information	Find out more about our standard and contextual Undergraduate Entry Requirements.

English language	All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band. If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level.
Additional information	Find out more about International Entry Requirements.

English language

All students from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.

If you do not have the required IELTS or equivalent for direct entry on to your degree programme, our Pre-sessional English and International Foundation courses can help you to achieve this level.

Additional information

Find out more about International Entry Requirements.

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UK and EU applicants with pre-settled/settled status in the UK

Start date	Study type	Apply
September 2025	Full time	Apply via UCAS
	Full time with placement year	Apply via UCAS
	Full time with study abroad year	Apply via UCAS

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Fees and funding

At Herts, we’re dedicated to providing world-class teaching supported by industry-level facilities and incredible social spaces. We believe cost shouldn’t be a barrier to higher education, and we strive to keep both our standard and additional costs as low as possible.

Economics Scholarship
£2,000 scholarship available with the ‘Economics’ scholarship.

	Study type	Fees
UK students	Full time	£9,535 for the 2025/2026 academic year
EU students	Full time	£15,965 for the 2025/2026 academic year
International students	Full time	£15,965 for the 2025/2026 academic year

Tuition fees are charged annually. The fees quoted above are for the specified year(s) only. Fees may be higher in future years, for both new and continuing students. Please see the University’s Fees and Finance Policy (and in particular the section headed “When tuition fees change”), for further information about when and by how much the University may increase its fees for future years.

Scholarships, grants and bursaries	Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for a non-repayable scholarship, grant or bursary to support your studies.
Disabled Students' Allowance	The Disabled Students’ Allowance can cover any study-related costs you have because of a mental health problem, long term illness or any other disability.
Student loans	Find out about securing a student loan, from how much you could be eligible for to when you need to start making repayments.
Accommodation costs	We offer a great choice of student accommodation, on campus or nearby in the local area, to suit every student budget.
Additional course fees	Read more about additional fees in the course fact sheet.

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Course fact sheets
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Programme specifications
BSc (Hons) Economics (Revised 2024)	Download PDF
BSc (Hons) Economics (Revised 2024)	Download PDF

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Applications open to international and EU students	Yes
Course length	Full Time, 3 YearsSandwich, 4 Years

BSc (Hons) Economics

We bring economics to life. Our highly ranked (NSS) degree immerses you in different economic approaches, to understand how their impact influences how we all live, work and play.

Typical offer: 120–128

Fees: £9,535 per year (UK)

UCAS code: L101

Course length: Various

Location: University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Institute code: H36

Work placement option

Study abroad option

Scholarships available on this course

Course overview

Why choose this course?

Your future career

What you'll study

What if I need support?

Optional sandwich year

Work Placement

Study Abroad

Where you'll study

Who you'll learn from

How we support our students

At the University of Hertfordshire, we want to make sure your time studying with us is as stress-free and rewarding as possible.

Entry requirements

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International and EU applicants without pre-settled status in the UK

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