Bachelor in Economics and Finance BSc

Tuition fees for BSc Economics and Finance are 23,500 GBP per year.

When you walk into the labs at Aston Business School, you are tapping into a 'triple-crown' accredited environment—one of the elite 1% of business schools globally holding AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS status. This degree is built on the reality that economic and financial systems are deeply interdependent; you won't just study abstract theories, but will instead grapple with the same market forces that shaped the Global Financial Crisis and continue to influence our everyday lives.

This programme is designed for those who want to bridge the gap between rigorous quantitative analysis and real-world application. You will master the fundamentals of micro and macroeconomics, accounting, and financial theory before moving into specialized areas like real estate economics—a distinctive feature of this curriculum—and financial derivatives. Whether you are learning to model data in R or navigating the intricacies of corporate finance, the focus is always on translating theory into evidence-based decision-making. As an Adobe Creative Campus, Aston also ensures you have access to the professional-grade digital tools required by modern industry.

Integrated Industry Experience

The hallmark of this degree is the compulsory placement year, which serves as a powerful bridge between the classroom and your professional future. By spending a year in a real-world setting—such as the legal or financial sectors—you gain the hands-on experience and professional confidence that distinguish Aston graduates. This, combined with the 'Aston Power Skills' curriculum (covering AI, innovation, and leadership), ensures you leave with a resume that stands out to top-tier employers.

Aston University in Birmingham is a career-focused public research university with a central campus and a long tradition of linking education to industry. Founded from technical roots in 1895, Aston combines academic study with practical experience and is known for strong employability outcomes. The urban campus places students close to business, cultural and transport hubs, and a multicultural student community contributes to a friendly, supportive atmosphere.

Aston emphasises applied learning, professional placements and partnerships with employers, so many programmes integrate a placement year or live industry projects. Facilities include modern lecture spaces, specialised labs and student services that support academic success and wellbeing. Small-group teaching and strong student support ensure international students have access to language help, academic workshops and career guidance tailored to the UK labour market.

Student life blends campus convenience with Birmingham’s vibrant cultural scene, offering clubs, societies and volunteer opportunities to build networks and practical skills. The university’s careers team helps with CVs, internships and graduate recruitment, while accommodation and welfare services ease the transition to study in the UK. Applicants should explore course accreditation, placement options and scholarship possibilities early, and connect with Aston’s international advisers to plan applications and arrival logistics.