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Economics and International Economics

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 22/09/2025
  • Undergraduate
University Park Campus
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2025-2026
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Course summary

Explore the dynamic world of international economics and discover its powerful impact on our global community. Gain an understanding of how trade policies shape economic transactions between nations. What could an overseas financial crisis mean for us?

As an economist, understanding the reasons behind economic decisions is key. You'll study the key concepts of economics such as macroeconomics, microeconomics, mathematics and international trade. You'll gain the core analytical and quantitative techniques required by economics graduates.

Tailor your studies to your career interests. Choose optional modules that allow you to specialise in areas such as international trade, FDI, migration and international macroeconomics. Graduate with the skills essential for success in the modern economy.

Our graduates are highly sought after in a variety of sectors. These include international banking, accountancy, mergers and acquisitions, and much more.

Be a part of shaping our global future. Our successful alumni work at top organisations such as the Bank of America, Barclays, Bloomberg and Deloitte.

Modules

During your first year, you'll build your foundational knowledge in economics and the economics of integration.
This year will help develop your knowledge of the theoretical framework for international trade and money, including topics such as globalisation, off‑shoring, monetary policy and the business cycle.

In year two, there is a choice of quantitative pathways and those who wish to emphasise the international dimension of their degree can apply to spend a semester of their second year studying abroad, taking similar modules to your counterparts back in Nottingham or expanding your knowledge through other options.

With core modules and a dissertation accounting for half of your third year of study, you will cover both theoretical and applied aspects of international economics at an advanced level.

You will also have the opportunity to select additional modules from a wide range of specialist options.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Park Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 22/09/2025

Apply by
29 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
L160
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
L160
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - A*AA

Preferably including Mathematics. A*ABB for those taking four full A levels and completing them in the same year. GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade A (numeric grade 7), unless taking it at A level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*DD

BTEC's in Business, Construction or ICT should preferably be combined with A level Maths. BTEC's in Engineering or Science do not need to be combined with A level Maths.

Access to HE Diploma

Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are: Access to HE Diploma 42 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus three Level 3 credits at Merit.

Scottish Higher - AAAAB

Must be combined with Scottish Advanced Highers. GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade A (numeric grade 7), unless taking it at A level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD

Must be combined with one A level grade A*. BTEC's in engineering or science do not need to be combined with A level maths. BTEC's in business, construction or ICT preferably combined with A level maths.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D

Must be combined with two A levels grades A*A (preferably combined with A level maths apart from BTEC's in engineering or science where an offer can be made without A level maths)

Scottish Advanced Higher - AA

Must be combined with Scottish Highers. GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade A (numeric grade 7), unless taking it at A level.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 36 points

Preferably including Higher Level Mathematics. We will also accept 3 x Higher Level Certificates at 766 preferably including HL Maths

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) - A

Must be combined with A-Level grades A*A, preferably including Mathematics. GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade A (numeric grade 7), unless taking it at A level.

Extended Project - Not accepted

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, D3, M1

GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade A (numeric grade 7), unless taking it at A level.

European Baccalaureate - 85%

GCSE requirements - Mathematics grade A (numeric grade 7), unless taking it at A level.

LIBF Diploma in Financial Studies grade A must be combined with A-Level grades A*A, preferably including Mathematics.

We welcome applications from students without A level mathematics. Offers to students without A level mathematics are delayed until the point we have received all applications to our programmes. In the past 4 years, all students without A level mathematics (who are predicted to make our entry tariff) have received an offer.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.

We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9535*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535*Year 1
Scotland£9535*Year 1
Wales£9535*Year 1
Channel Islands£9535*Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9535*Year 1
EU£24300*Year 1
International£24300*Year 1

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202526/undergraduate.aspx

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