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Economics with Accountancy with a Year Abroad

Course details
  • BSc (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time with time abroad
  • 14/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Site

Course summary

Overview

Ready to master the world of finance, business, and accountancy? Our BSc in Economics with Accountancy with a Year Abroad, delivered in partnership with Norwich Business School, will equip you with the expertise to excel in accounting, financial markets, corporate finance, and business management.

You'll gain a solid foundation in economics, complemented by courses in accountancy, finance, and management. You'll explore key areas such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, economic modelling, and data analysis, alongside specialised options like corporate finance, financial accounting, corporate taxation, and auditing. With a flexible range of optional modules from the School of Economics, you can tailor your degree to match your career aspirations and interests. Your third year will be spent studying abroad at one of our exciting partner institutions across the globe, gaining valuable international experience and broadening your perspective.

Throughout your studies, you'll benefit from exceptional support, including personalised guidance from an academic adviser and participation in the STEPS module (Support, Training, Employability, Progression, and Skills). Our dedicated Learning Enhancement team is also on hand to help you refine key skills in mathematics, writing, critical thinking, and time management—ensuring you’ve the tools to excel academically and professionally.

Our vibrant academic community provides plenty of opportunities for you to get involved. The School Experience Partnership allows you to contribute to shaping our teaching and strategies, while Norwich Economic Publications—a student-run journal and podcast—gives you a platform to showcase your passion for economics. Additionally, the student-led Economics Society offers opportunities to network and socialise with like-minded friends.

Designed with employability in mind, our curriculum features practical examples and real-world applications. You’ll benefit from interesting guest lectures and employability-focused events, featuring industry professionals and economics graduates, to help you prepare for a rewarding career in economics, business, finance, and other fields.

Disclaimer

Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

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:
L1NA
Institution code:
E14
Campus name:
Main Site
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 - ABB

Contextual offer: BBC General Studies are not accepted.

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

Contextual offer: DMM Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration. Please see UEA website for further information on accepted combinations.

Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and Pass in 15 credits at Level 3.

Scottish Higher - AAABB

Scottish Advanced Higher - BCC

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

Principal subjects and A-level combinations are considered - please contact us.

T Level - M

GCSE Requirements: GCSE English Language grade C or 4 and GCSE Mathematics grade B or 5.

UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experience. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes - please see our website www.uea.uk/apply/undergraduate/contextual-admissions for further information.

We welcome a wide range of qualifications and combinations of qualifications - for further information please contact us at https://www.uea.ac.uk/course/undergraduate/bsc-economics-with-accountancy-with-a-year-abroad

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component)
We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including speaking, listening, reading and writing). We will also accept a number of other English language qualifications. Please check our website for details: https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies

English Language Equivalencies https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies

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.

This course may make contextual offers. This means that we use additional information to understand and recognise your potential to succeed at UEA. Using this insight, we could provide you with an offer with reduced entry requirements to study at UEA. You don’t need to do anything to be considered – if eligible we will process your contextual offer automatically, based on the data we hold in your application. We do not make contextual offers during clearing. Check our website for eligibility.

Learn more on the University of East Anglia UEA 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.

Not enough data available

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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
International£22000*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

Tuition fees increase annually for all students in subsequent years of study. Any fee increase is based on the fee for the year that you register. Home undergraduate fees, whose rates are regulated by the UK Government, will be amended in line with any alteration advised by the UK Government. Fees not regulated by the UK Government will increase by a maximum of 4% or RPI-X whichever is the higher. RPI-X is the Retail Prices Index excluding mortgage interest.
For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.

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