BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance with International Year One
Key Details
- Attendance
- Full Time
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Science
- Course Length
- 3 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2025
Why you should choose us
Course Overview
BSc Economics and Finance with International Year One provides you with a thorough training in economic analysis with an additional focus on understanding corporate finance, financial instruments, and financial markets. On this degree programme, you’ll become an expert in economic and financial modelling techniques and statistical analysis. You’ll develop a skills profile that is highly valued by employers: suitable either to enter employment directly or progress to postgraduate study.
This course is designed for international students with an academic background from outside of the UK. The first year taught at INTO UEA is designed to improve your English language skills, increase your knowledge of academic theories, and develop key study and research skills for undergraduate study, before you transition to the School of Economics (ECO) where you'll combine a rigorous training in economics with a focus on finance. You'll study microeconomics, macroeconomics, economic modelling and statistics, and you'll also study the economics of corporate finance, financial markets and behavioural finance. You are likely to choose further modules in derivatives, financial risk management and alternative investments. You may then choose to deepen your quantitative skills through modules that cover areas in data analysis and programming, or to broaden your knowledge of economics generally by choosing from the full suite of modules on offer in the School of Economics.
Employability is the backbone of our curriculum’s structure. The course’s syllabus is rich in real world examples and with opportunities for you to experience how the subject and its methods are applied. Guest lectures from graduate employers also contribute to the content of some of our modules. To develop and enhance your employability even further, the School of Economics employability team organises a wide variety of events in years two and three, such as: weekly employability workshops, networking and alumni events, one-on-one meetings with top professionals, job coaching and training, nationwide competitions, internships and consulting opportunities, mentoring by former alumni, among many others.
The student-led Economics Society is the perfect place for you to network and socialise with fellow students. The Norwich Economic Publications (a combination of a journal and a Podcast run by students) and the ECO Blog are outlets where you can share your enthusiasm about what you study.
Study and Modules
Structure
The BSc in Economics and Finance with International Year One is designed to meet the specific needs of overseas students whose first language is not English, and who may be slightly short of matriculation qualifications for entry, or whose availability for first year study is out of phase with the university’s normal September entry date.
The International Year One year consists of three terms focusing on academic knowledge and study skills, with additional English for specific academic purposes. The programme ensures that international students, particularly those with a lower level of English language, are fully prepared to complete their undergraduate degree at the university.
By the end of your first year, you won’t just have a firm foundation, you’ll understand all the key disciplines of business and economics.
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
Teaching
All our teaching is informed by the latest research and real-world business experience. That means that you’ll benefit from the latest thinking in the industry. Many of our lectures are interactive, and across all our teaching you’ll use a rich selection of source material, including textbooks, articles, academic research papers, videos, and business articles from publications such as the Financial Times and The Economist.
Business is ever-changing, so you won’t just learn to understand, evaluate, and utilise the current leading theories, you’ll also learn how to develop the critical skills needed to examine and put to use any new theories and methods that are established during your future career.
Independent study
You’ll also learn through self-directed study – a skill that’s highly prized by employers. You will be set tasks to complete in your own time, working individually and in groups. You will also be encouraged to join one of our community engagement projects and have the opportunity to undertake the UEA award as well.
Teamwork and communication
Many of your first-year assignments are completed in groups to allow you to develop your communication and team working skills. Tutors will also facilitate group discussions in seminars and workshops, which can be very interesting and lively, especially since there is so much diversity in INTO students’ background and previous experiences.
Links to UEA
During your first year at INTO UEA, you will have regular link ups with lecturers at UEA to aid your transition to year two on campus. These meetings and events will allow you to ask questions and gather information to fully prepare yourself for your progression.
Employability
Your first year at INTO UEA has been designed to enhance your employability. The module content and learning styles will help you build key soft skills like communication, teamwork, presenting, time management, interview technique and problem solving. Also, you’ll be able to develop your networking skills on international platforms such as LinkedIn and join our online community to stay up to date with the latest INTO employability events and connect with other international students who are building similar careers.
Assessment
You’ll be assessed through a mix of essays, presentations, reports and online tests. Our assessment methods have been developed not just to measure your skills, but also to aid your learning. For example, when you’re writing an essay, you’ll receive feedback on a formative exercise first. You’ll then have a chance to make revisions and improvements before handing in a summative essay for assessment. This helps you identify and focus on areas for improvement. The English team also dedicate time in classes to provide support and assistance with content assessments, including providing support and feedback for essays and allocating class time to practice presentations, on which the English teachers will give feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Structure
For further information on Year 2 modules, please see our BSc Economics and Finance course.
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
For further information on Year 2 modules, please see our BSc Economics and Finance course.
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Entry Requirements
- Age Requirement
16
- Academic Requirements
Satisfactory completion of A-levels, a recognised Foundation programme, or the first year of an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent.
- English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.5 overall and in each component.
- Class size
20
- NOTE:
The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.
Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2024/25 are:
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Year 1: £19,995
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Years 2 & 3: View our information for Tuition Fees for subsequent years.
We estimate living expenses at £1,023 per month.
Course Related Costs
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of other course-related costs.
How to Apply
Applications need to be made via the INTO Online Application Form. Applicants cannot apply for this course via UCAS.
Employability
After the Course
Graduating from the School of Economics, you’ll be able to demonstrate a combination of analytical and interpersonal skills that are highly valued by employers. You’ll be well placed to choose from a wide range of career opportunities, including working as an economist, analyst, or in other managerial roles, within economics or business consulting, the Civil Service, investment banking and finance, accounting and auditing, insurance and actuarial work, retail, and international think-tanks and organisations.
Careers
A degree at UEA will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. We've been ranked 1st for Job Prospects by StudentCrowd in 2022.
Careers
Examples of careers that you could enter include:
• Economic analysis
• Management and Economics Consulting
• Government and Policy Advising
• Investment Banking and Risk Analysis
• Financial Services
• Data Research
Discover more on our Careers web pages.