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University degree

Economics

The University of Manchester · Manchester
Qualification
Degree
Length
3 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Pursue a mathematically rigorous BSc Economics degree. Gain advanced quantitative skills and research expertise at a world-class department. Duration: 3 or 4 years Year of entry: 2026 UCAS course code: L102 / Institution code: M20 Key features: Study abroad Industrial experience Typical A-level offer : AAA including Mathematics Typical contextual A-level offer : ABB including A in Mathematics UK refugee/care-experienced offer : ABC including A in Mathematics Typical International Baccalaureate offer : 36 points overall with 6,6,6 at HL including Mathematics Full entry requirements How to apply Explore our campus, meet lecturers and current students, and learn more about what it's like to study at Manchester.

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Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
<48 pts10%
48-63 pts2%
64-79 pts1%
80-95 pts1%
96-111 pts3%
112-127 pts1%
128-143 pts9%
144-159 pts22%
160-175 pts15%
176-191 pts12%
192-207 pts7%
208-223 pts6%
224-239 pts5%
240+ pts1%
How they qualified
88% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel88%
baccalaureate6%
foundation6%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
85%
In work or further study after
65%
In professional / skilled jobs
96%
Continue past first year
88%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£31,000
After 15 months
£32,500
3 years on
£46,000
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
88%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching83%
Assessment & feedback72%
Academic support70%
Well organised85%
Learning resources83%
Student community88%
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Where this degree can lead
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