Bachelor in BA Honours Business Economics with Foundation Year

The deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Aug 31, 2027, while tuition is 18,000 GBP per year.

Economic decisions shape the trajectory of global industries, the stability of financial markets, and the daily lives of individuals. This programme places you at the intersection of rigorous analytical theory and practical business application, ensuring you graduate with the ability to interpret complex market data and influence strategic decision-making. Designed for students who seek a comprehensive entry point into higher education, this course integrates a dedicated foundation year to build academic confidence, quantitative literacy, and a robust understanding of the economic landscape before advancing to specialized degree-level study.

A Globally Recognised Standard

Sheffield Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a distinction held by the top 6% of business schools worldwide. This recognition ensures that your education meets stringent international benchmarks for excellence in teaching, research, and curriculum design. Through a blend of live consultancy projects, industry-led workshops, and simulated international collaborations, you will bridge the gap between abstract academic concepts and the realities of the modern professional environment.

Students benefit from a curriculum that emphasises employability from day one. Whether you are analysing market trends, evaluating investment outcomes, or tackling real-world challenges for partners such as the Bank of England or HSBC, you will develop the critical thinking, communication, and technical skills required to thrive as an economist, consultant, or business leader.

Sheffield Hallam University, established in 1843 and based in Sheffield, is a large modern university serving around 31,000 students, including approximately 3,100 international learners. The university is known for applied teaching, industry-aligned courses and strong professional links across disciplines from business and health to engineering and the creative industries. Students benefit from modern facilities, well-equipped labs and specialist studios tailored to career-focused learning.

The campus ethos emphasizes employability: placements, work-based projects and employer partnerships are embedded across many programs, helping students gain practical experience and build professional networks. Academic staff work closely with industry and regional employers on applied research and innovation, creating pathways into internships and graduate roles. Dedicated student support services assist with academic skills, careers advice and wellbeing.

Sheffield itself is a friendly, affordable student city with good transport links to the north of England and easy access to green spaces and cultural venues. International students often highlight the city’s welcoming community, active student societies and opportunities to balance study with outdoor activities. For those seeking a practical, career-oriented university experience in the UK, Sheffield Hallam offers strong employer engagement, supportive services and an accessible urban lifestyle.