Economics Degree
After sixth form or college. Leading universities require Maths. A-level Economics is helpful but rarely required.
- Level 6
- 3–6 years
- After sixth form or college
- 137 courses at 81 places
- Typical entrants around 112 UCAS points
- Median salary after 15 months £30,000
- after 3 to 5 years £42,500
Entry requirements
- With A-levels: Needs A-level Maths. Helpful: Further Maths, Economics. Typical: A*AA–BBB.
Careers it leads to
- Economist: Analyses how money, markets and policy affect people and organisations.
- Data analyst: Turns data into insight that helps organisations make decisions.
- Civil servant: Works in government departments delivering public services and policy.
Where to study it
A selection of universities. Open WayWhat for every course, with entry points, salaries and distance from home.
- London School of Economics
- University of Cambridge
- UCL
- University of Warwick
- University of Bristol
- University of Nottingham
- University of Exeter
- University of Essex
Revision guides
A-level Maths · A-level Further Maths · A-level Economics
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