Lancaster University Economics Society is a student-led organisation open to students from all degree backgrounds who are eager to explore the dynamic field of economics. The group connects members with current and exciting research while fostering a supportive and social environment. You can join society events, socials, and sports teams, form friendships, and enhance your learning experience, making studying economics more productive and enjoyable.
We welcome applications from the United States of America
We've put together information and resources to guide your application journey as a student from the United States of America.
Overview
Top reasons to study with us
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4th for graduate prospects: Accounting & Finance
The Guardian University Guide (2025)
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7th for Accounting and Finance
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9th for graduate prospects: Economics
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Introduction
BSc Economics and Finance combines the broad sweep and critical thinking of economics with a focus on markets and investing from finance, providing comprehensive training in the core theoretical models and empirical techniques of both disciplines and preparing you for a wide range of careers.
As a BSc Economics and Finance student, you will explore a wide array of topics at the intersection between the complex worlds of economics and finance. You will develop the analytical skills and intellectual toolbox to help answer questions such as: How do financial markets work? What is the link between interest rates and exchange rates? What are the main causes of economic recessions and financial crises?
Why Lancaster?
Throughout this course, you will thoroughly explore the core concepts, practices, and techniques of modern economics and their applications to financial systems, institutions, and organisations. You will also learn about advanced financial techniques such as portfolio management and asset pricing. You will gain analytical, quantitative, computing, and other transferable skills, preparing you for a variety of exciting careers in the private and public sectors. You will develop your ability to critically analyse economic environments and their impact on financial markets.
At the start of the course, you will learn about the fundamentals of economics and the foundations of finance theory and methodology. The first-year modules will introduce you to both fields' core concepts and key principles and are designed to give you solid foundations for the remainder of your degree.
In your second year, you will explore microeconomic and macroeconomic analysis more deeply and learn about econometrics, financial accounting, and asset pricing, among other subjects.
In year three, you will enhance your knowledge, develop your skills further and tailor your studies to your career aspirations by focusing on areas that interest you the most. Amongst other specialisations, you can choose from topics such as:
- Monetary macroeconomics
- Game theory and strategic behaviour
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Portfolio management
Throughout your studies, you will be taught by academics at the frontier of economic and financial research. We have developed strong links with the Bank of England, top asset management companies, financial regulators, and economists worldwide. These close links allow us to deliver joint conferences and seminars, providing you with insights from both top academics and industry professionals.
Take your learning further
This course is also available with the option to spend your third year on an industry placement or studying abroad at one of our partner universities before returning to Lancaster to complete your degree in year four.
Both options will broaden your experience, and build your confidence. You pay a reduced tuition fee for placement and study abroad years.
Careers
As a BSc Economics and Finance graduate, you will leave Lancaster with a wide range of skills highly sought after by employers. These include a strong knowledge of economics and financial markets, asset valuation and investment analysis, and a rich set of numerical, written, verbal, and computing skills. This combination opens doors to various sectors and roles where these abilities are in high demand. BSc Economics and Finance graduates commonly pursue careers in sectors such as finance and banking, investment and asset management, accounting, and technology. Recent graduates have gone on to work for organisations such as:
- Big 4
- Lego Group
- IBM
- London Stock Exchange Group
- Amazon
- UBS
- RBS
Our award-winning careers team provides dedicated careers and placement services. We offer a range of innovative services for management school students including:
- Embedded careers education throughout the degree
- Career information, advice, and guidance appointments with specialist careers coaches
- Weekly workshops on key employability skills
- Exposure to international career options and networks
- Connections to strong networks of employers and alumni
- Support in finding and acquiring work experience opportunities, including placements and internships
- Lifelong access to all LUMS Careers services
Lancaster University is dedicated to helping you earn a highly respected degree while equipping you with essential life and professional skills. We are proud to offer every student the opportunity to participate in The Lancaster Award. This programme allows you to engage in valuable activities such as work experience, volunteering, company projects, student societies, and sports clubs. Visit our careers section for more details.
Entry requirements
These are the typical grades that you will need to study this course. You may need to have qualifications in relevant subjects. In some cases we may also ask you to attend an interview or submit a portfolio. You must also meet our English language requirements.
Find more about these qualifications and others not shown here
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AAB. This should include Mathematics.
Our typical entry requirement would be 36 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 9 Level 3 credits at Merit, but you would need evidence that you had the equivalent of A level Mathematics grade B.
We accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in place of one A level, or equivalent qualification, as long as any subject requirements are met.
DDD accepted alongside A level Mathematics grade B
A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade AB plus BTEC at D. This should include A level Mathematics grade B.
35 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects, including 6 in Mathematics HL (either analysis and approaches or applications and interpretations)
We are happy to admit applicants on the basis of five Highers, but where we require a specific subject at A level, we will typically require an Advanced Higher in that subject. If you do not meet the grade requirement through Highers alone, we will consider a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers in separate subjects. Please contact the Admissions team for more information.
Only accepted alongside A level Mathematics grade B
Contact Admissions
If you are thinking of applying to Lancaster and you would like to ask us a question, please complete our enquiry form and one of our team will get back to you.
International foundation programmes
Delivered in partnership with INTO Lancaster University, our one-year tailored foundation pathways are designed to improve your subject knowledge and English language skills to the level required by a range of Lancaster University degrees. Visit the INTO Lancaster University website for more details and a list of eligible degrees you can progress onto.
Contextual admissions
Contextual admissions could help you gain a place at university if you have faced additional challenges during your education which might have impacted your results. Visit our contextual admissions page to find out about how this works and whether you could be eligible.
Course structure
Enhancing our curriculum
We continually review and enhance our curriculum to ensure we are delivering the best possible learning experience, and to make sure that the subject knowledge and transferable skills you develop will prepare you for your future.
We will publish more detailed information about the structure of this degree course for 2026-entry in June 2025, ahead of our summer undergraduate open days. This will include overviews of the core modules you will take and examples of optional modules which may be available to you.
Fees and funding
We set our fees on an annual basis and the 2026/27 entry fees have not yet been set.
As a guide, our fees in 2025/26 were:
| Home | International |
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| £9,535 | £25,450 |
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There may be extra costs related to your course for items such as books, stationery, printing, photocopying, binding and general subsistence on trips and visits. Following graduation, you may need to pay a subscription to a professional body for some chosen careers.
Specific additional costs for studying at Lancaster are listed below.
College fees
Lancaster is proud to be one of only a handful of UK universities to have a collegiate system. Every student belongs to a college, and all students pay a small college membership fee which supports the running of college events and activities. Students on some distance-learning courses are not liable to pay a college fee.
For students starting in 2025, the fee is £40 for undergraduates and research students and £15 for students on one-year courses.
Computer equipment and internet access
To support your studies, you will also require access to a computer, along with reliable internet access. You will be able to access a range of software and services from a Windows, Mac, Chromebook or Linux device. For certain degree programmes, you may need a specific device, or we may provide you with a laptop and appropriate software - details of which will be available on relevant programme pages. A dedicated IT support helpdesk is available in the event of any problems.
The University provides limited financial support to assist students who do not have the required IT equipment or broadband support in place.
Study abroad courses
In addition to travel and accommodation costs, while you are studying abroad, you will need to have a passport and, depending on the country, there may be other costs such as travel documents (e.g. VISA or work permit) and any tests and vaccines that are required at the time of travel. Some countries may require proof of funds.
Placement and industry year courses
In addition to possible commuting costs during your placement, you may need to buy clothing that is suitable for your workplace and you may have accommodation costs. Depending on the employer and your job, you may have other costs such as copies of personal documents required by your employer for example.
The fee that you pay will depend on whether you are considered to be a home or international student. Read more about how we assign your fee status.
Home fees are subject to annual review, and may be liable to rise each year in line with UK government policy. International fees (including EU) are reviewed annually and are not fixed for the duration of your studies. Read more about fees in subsequent years.
We will charge tuition fees to Home undergraduate students on full-year study abroad/work placements in line with the maximum amounts permitted by the Department for Education. The current maximum levels are:
- Students studying abroad for a year: 15% of the standard tuition fee
- Students taking a work placement for a year: 20% of the standard tuition fee
International students on full-year study abroad/work placements will be charged the same percentages as the standard International fee.
Please note that the maximum levels chargeable in future years may be subject to changes in Government policy.
Scholarships and bursaries
Details of our scholarships and bursaries for students starting in 2026 are not yet available.
You can use our scholarships for 2025-entry applicants as guidance.
Student insight
"I've been accepted onto a Summer Internship as a Finance Intern with Natwest. Lancaster University Management School has been incredibly helpful throughout. My careers coach was vital in enabling me to become as competitive a candidate as possible."
Max, BSc Economics and Finance
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Student societies
Take advantage of our range of academic societies that help you learn and network outside your studies. You could be part of the team running a society, giving you valuable leadership skills.
Lancaster University Investment and Finance Society is Lancaster University's dedicated investment society, bringing together consulting, accounting, business, and investing into one community. The society’s mission is to increase members’ financial knowledge and awareness of career opportunities within the sector while fostering professional connections. Their events include the Lancaster Forum, which offers members unique opportunities to network with industry professionals from leading firms such as Jefferies, Deutsche Bank, Bank of America, Barings, EY Parthenon, and more.
LUMS Alumni for life
When you join Lancaster University, you become part of a global network of over 170,000 graduates across more than 190 countries.
As a Lancaster University Management School alumnus, you’ll belong to a vibrant community of fellow graduates worldwide.
Alumni profiles
Link: click to see Thomas Keay
Thomas Keay
BSc Finance and Economics, 2022
The best thing about my course was getting to meet lots of different people in the lectures, workshops and group work as we all pushed each other to achieve the best result possible.
Link: click to see Lingling Bao
Lingling Bao
BSc Finance and Economics, 2018
Lancaster is one of the most reputable universities in the UK. It has a strong faculty along with a good quality of teaching and learning environment.
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Rated 5 Stars for Accounting and Finance
Lancaster University has been awarded 5 Stars for Accounting and Finance by QS.
Overall, Lancaster is rated 5 Stars for Teaching, Employability, Global Engagement, Research, Facilities and Environmental Impact.
Lancaster University QS profile
=75th in the world for Accounting and Finance
Lancaster is ranked 13th in the UK and joint 75th in the world for Accounting and Finance according to the QS World Rankings by Subject 2024, one of 11 subjects at Lancaster to be featured in the top 100 in these prestigious listings.
QS Rankings by Subject 2024Similar courses
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Accounting and Finance
- Accounting and Finance BSc Hons : N400
- Accounting and Finance (Industry) BSc Hons : N401
- Accounting and Management BSc Hons : NN24
- Accounting and Management (Industry) BSc Hons : NN25
- Economics and Finance (Industry) BSc Hons : NL32
- Economics and Finance (Study Abroad) BSc Hons : NL33
- Finance BSc Hons : N300
- Finance (Industry) BSc Hons : N301
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Economics
- Business Economics BSc Hons : 4V13
- Business Economics (Industry) BSc Hons : 4V11
- Business Economics (Study Abroad) BSc Hons : 4V14
- Economics BA Hons : L110
- Economics BSc Hons : L100
- Economics (Industry) BA Hons : L111
- Economics (Industry) BSc Hons : L105
- Economics (Study Abroad) BA Hons : L113
- Economics (Study Abroad) BSc Hons : L101
- Economics and Finance (Industry) BSc Hons : NL32
- Economics and Finance (Study Abroad) BSc Hons : NL33
- Economics, Politics and International Relations BA Hons : LL22
- Economics, Politics and International Relations (Industry) BA Hons : LL20
- Economics, Politics and International Relations (Study Abroad) BA Hons : LL19
- Geography and Economics BA Hons : LL71
- Geography and Economics (Placement Year) BA Hons : LL72
- Mathematics with Economics BSc Hons : G1L1
- Mathematics with Economics (Placement Year) BSc Hons : G1L2
- Mathematics with Economics (Study Abroad) BSc Hons : G1L3
- Mathematics, Operational Research, Statistics and Economics (MORSE) BSc Hons : GLN0
- Mathematics, Operational Research, Statistics and Economics (MORSE) (Industry) BSc Hons : GLN1
- Mathematics, Operational Research, Statistics and Economics (MORSE) (Study Abroad) BSc Hons : GLN2
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics BA Hons : L0V0
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics (Placement Year) BA Hons : L0V1
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics (Study Abroad) BA Hons : L0V2
Important information
The information on this site relates primarily to 2026/2027 entry to the University and every effort has been taken to ensure the information is correct at the time of publication.
The University will use all reasonable effort to deliver the courses as described, but the University reserves the right to make changes to advertised courses. In exceptional circumstances that are beyond the University’s reasonable control (Force Majeure Events), we may need to amend the programmes and provision advertised. In this event, the University will take reasonable steps to minimise the disruption to your studies. If a course is withdrawn or if there are any fundamental changes to your course, we will give you reasonable notice and you will be entitled to request that you are considered for an alternative course or withdraw your application. You are advised to revisit our website for up-to-date course information before you submit your application.
More information on limits to the University’s liability can be found in our legal information.
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