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Business & Management (Economics) (with Foundation Year option), BA (Hons), Bournemouth University (BU)

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Bournemouth University (BU)

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
BA (Hons)Full-time3 - 5 yearsSeptember, JanuaryGBP 9535 per yearGBP 18700 per year

About Business & Management (Economics) (with Foundation Year option), BA (Hons) - at Bournemouth University (BU)

Why study BA (Hons) Business & Management (Economics) at BU?

  • Explore alternative theories concerning the working of micro and macro economies, alternative economic systems and alternative economic policy strategies
  • Opportunities to study abroad at one of our international partner institutions
  • Study a diverse subject that provides a stepping-stone to work in any industry, anywhere in the world
  • Complete an optional 30-week placement, giving you invaluable opportunities to gain industry experience and build a professional network
  • Study at a university with over 35 years’ teaching experience in this area, excellent industry connections and an international reputation
  • You'll be career-ready with 94% of our graduates in employment or further studies, fifteen months after graduating.

Course accreditations

The accrediting bodies of our BA (Hons) Business & Management (Economics) course are renowned industry-wide for promoting excellence and the highest standards, all of which is reflected in the Bournemouth University Business School experience:

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation is a hallmark of excellence that has been awarded to fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide
  • Chartered Management Institution (CMI) accreditation gives you complimentary CMI student membership (and access to resources and services) and means that when you graduate, you’ll receive a CMI leadership and management qualification in addition to your Bachelor’s degree.

Notes about fees for this course

For September 2025 entry:

  • UK, ROI & CI: £9,535 per year
  • Int'l: £18,700 per year
  • Foundation Year: £5,760 (UK, ROI & CI) £18,700 (Int'l)
  • Placement Year: £1,850

For fees and funding information, please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding

Entry requirements

For September 2025, January 2026 and September 2026 entry: The entry requirements for this course are 104- 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.

Required subjects: all subjects considered.

Please see below some examples of the qualifications for entry onto Year 1 for September 2025, January 2026 and September 2026 entry:

  • China: Chinese Senior High School Graduation Certificate (Huikao) average 80%, or Gaokao 61-71%. Grade depends on the course

  • France: Baccalaureate with 11.5–12.5 overall or 10.5-11.5 (international option)
  • Hong Kong: HKDSE Diploma (4,4,3 to 4,4,4 from three subjects). Grade depends on the course
  • India: All India Senior School Certificate Examination (Standard XII) 60-70%
  • Spain: Titulo de Bachillerato with 6 - 7. Grade depends on the course
  • Turkey: Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi 3.5/5.0 or 70%

Foundation Year Entry Requirements for September 2025, January 2026 and September 2026 entry: 48 - 72 UCAS tariff points.

If English is not your first language, you will need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component or equivalent.

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