BSc (Hons) Economics and International Relations

... United Kingdom
... University of Chester

Course Overview

Our Economics degree is run by a very experienced Department of Social and Political Science. It reinforces the vision of economics as a major social science that influences others and considers the different contexts and fields that Economics is related to.

As this is a dynamic course, it is continuously evolving, and participatory activities and the use of the latest technologies will help to enhance your employability.

Economics opens opportunities in many areas. Our students have shown particular interest in civil service positions, such as the ones the Government Economic Service offers. But some pursue business careers as entrepreneurs or go into financial advisor roles. Other opportunities include economic policy analysis, consultancy, investment or data analyst, and statistician.

General Eligibility

Typical Entry:

112

UCAS points

GCE A Level:

112 UCAS points from GCE A Levels or equivalent. Typical offer - BCC/BBC. All applicants must also have GCSE Mathematics at grade B (or above) GCSE grade C in Maths will be accepted if applicants are studying Core Maths, Economics, or Business at A Level

BTEC:

BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.

BTEC Diploma: D*D*

T Level:

T Level at Merit

Irish/Scottish Highers:

Irish Highers - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4

Scottish Highers - BBBB

International Baccalaureate:

26 points

Access requirements:

Access to HE Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit

OCR:

OCR National Extended Diploma: Merit 2

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DMM.

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - D*D*

Extra Information / General Entry Requirements:

Please note that the Welsh Baccalaureate (core) and Level General Studies will be recognized in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A levels and BTECs/OCRs. All applicants must also have GCSE Mathematics at grade B/5 (or above). GCSE grade C in Maths will be accepted if applicants are studying Core Maths, Economics, or Business at A Level

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS Academic: Undergraduate: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band)

Programme Information
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Course Category

Economics and International Relations


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Campus Name

Exton Park


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 3 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

12450, (INT)


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