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Business Economics

Course details
  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Hendon Campus

Course summary

Course Summary
The BSc Business Economics at Middlesex University is designed to blend academic knowledge with practical business applications in an international context. The course incorporates a valuable paid placement year in public, private, or voluntary sectors, allowing you to apply economic theory in real-world situations. Throughout your studies, you’ll explore key economic concepts such as oligopolistic pricing, global financial markets, and financial instruments, giving you a broad understanding of global economics and its real-world impact.

Why Study This Course at Middlesex University?
Middlesex University offers an industry-focused approach to business economics, ensuring you gain the skills and experience needed for a successful career. You will benefit from a curriculum that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, including a paid placement year, which provides invaluable experience in the field. The course is informed by leading economists and business analysts, providing you with a well-rounded view of economics and business.

Moreover, the university’s strong connections with major firms and advisory boards with high-profile industry personnel will support your learning and career development. This course will help you build a solid foundation in economics while providing opportunities for personal and professional growth in the field of business economics.

What Will You Gain?
Graduates of the BSc Business Economics course are highly sought after by both private and public sector organizations due to their strong analytical and quantitative skills. You will develop the ability to design and implement data collection tools, analyze economic data, and make informed business decisions. Your communication and computational skills will be enhanced, preparing you for roles such as applied economist, business analyst, financial policy advisor, or health economist.

Upon completion, you will have the expertise to critically assess economic concepts, interpret global economic events, and apply your knowledge to solve complex business problems. The course also provides the opportunity to develop skills in data analysis, financial interpretation, and writing robust business reports, all of which are essential in today’s job market.

Modules
For more details about this programme, please visit the course page:
https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/business-economics-bsc-honours/

How to apply

Apply by
14 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:
L110
Institution code:
M80
Campus name:
Hendon Campus
Campus Code:
H

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

International applicants

Qualifications
To find out more about the qualifications we accept from your country please visit: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study-with-us/international/support-in-your-country

Visas and immigration
You will not need a visa to study in the UK if you are a citizen of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland. If you are a national of any other country you may need a visa to study in the UK. Please see our visas and immigration page for further information.

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff 112 points

A level BBC

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) DMM

Access to HE Diploma M: 15 credits P: 30 credits

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English and Maths at C/4 or above

Entry requirements listed are accurate at the time of publishing and vary between programmes. Please check your chosen course page for specific entry requirements. Depending on your chosen course, we also consider a combination of qualifications. The latest entry requirements can be found on the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/business-economics-bsc-honours/

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6With a minimum of 5.5 in each component
TOEFL (iBT)72With at least 17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading
PTE Academic516.0 (with minimum 5.5 in all components
Visit our general entry requirements page, by clicking on the link below, to see how these points can be achieved from our acceptable level 3 qualifications and the combinations which are welcomed by Middlesex University, including GCSE requirements.

Entry Qualification http://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/help-with-your-application/undergraduate-application/entry-requirements

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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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

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