Overview

The Economics (Hons) programme offered at Ulster University focuses on the aspects of economics that relate to the practical application of Economics today, in finance, policymaking, management, organisational behaviour and consumer decisions.

You will develop problem-solving skills and become more adept in numeracy (both mathematical and statistical techniques), IT and the use of statistical methods.

Career options

Graduates from this programme are highly sought after by Government, Industry and Professional Practices.Previous Economics graduates have gone into careers in business, financial and public sectors locally, nationally and throughout Europe.Recent graduates have taken up careers as consultants in accountancy firms, recruitment consultants, economic researchers, assistant economists, stockbroking and financial services.

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Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Analytical Methods for Economics
Entrepreneurship and Professional Practice
History of Economic Thought
International Economics
Regional Economics: Understanding the Northern Ireland Economy

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Belfast, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics View 729 other Bachelors in Economics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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80

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59

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

A Level requirement: BBC; or BCC including one of Mathematics, Economics, Physics or Accounting

RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma / OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma: award profile DMM

Irish Leaving Certificate: 112 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level plus Mathematics at H5 at Higher Level or O3 at Ordinary Level

Overall International Baccalaureate profile minimum 25 points (12 at higher level)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17010 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Additional Details

England, Wales, Scotland and the Islands students fee - 9,250 per year (last year's fee)

Living costs

Belfast

United Kingdom

561 - 887 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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