Gain the practical skills to apply economic theory to the real world of business, an exciting and challenging fusion of analytical economics and hands-on business insights.
Develop deep analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Gain insights into economics, business and financial markets.
Enhance essential communication and teamwork skills for the economist profession.
Gain work experience with real-life projects and placements.

You’ll develop a well-rounded knowledge of the subject, exploring the theory and practice of business economics and intertwining them with real-world scenarios. You’ll be introduced to the fundamental concepts in economics that influence the daily choices of individuals, companies and governments – often with far-reaching consequences in global industry and regulatory contexts.

If you don't meet the entry requirements for our BA (Hons) course, or you’d like extra preparation before starting degree-level study, we recommend you join the foundation course – which has been designed to encourage exploration and experimentation.

Work placements

You will have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement in between your third and fourth years. This gives you a real-world experience to prepare you for your future career. Our students have recently gained work placements with national and international organisations, including Adidas UK, Airbus UK, AXA, Bosch, Coca-Cola Enterprises, General Motors, Hay, IBM UK, Lloyds Banking Group, Marks & Spencer, Metropolitan Police, Microsoft, NHS, Royal Bank of Scotland, TNT Express, Vauxhall Motor and Walt Disney Company.

Live projects

Some modules will allow you to participate in projects in collaboration with companies or experienced professionals from a variety of sectors.

Field trips

You will have the option to engage in overseas study in semester 2 of your third year at one of our European, or international, partners.

Networking opportunities

You can join the student-led International Business and Economics Society to meet others and discuss and debate current events in the economy and business world. The society arranges social events and hosts guest lectures by academic experts and industry practitioners. We are proud of our links with our alumni and you will have numerous opportunities to network with them.

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

The course is suitable if you don't meet the entry requirements for our BA (Hons) Business Economics course, or you want extra preparation before starting degree-level study. You share the first year with other Sheffield Business School foundation year students, then move on to the degree.

You will learn in a supportive, challenging and exciting environment. You will be based in Sheffield Business School, a vibrant, dynamic setting with excellent facilities and located in the heart of the city.

You learn through

• lectures and seminars
• case studies
• presentations
• self-directed study
• work placements
• activities and events

In the foundation year, you'll study wider business topics, while specialising in your chosen subject area. You'll learn useful skills such as academic writing, work in diverse teams and learn to utilise a wide variety of data sources. In doing so, you'll fully prepare yourself for undergraduate study.

This course prepares you for a career in

• business analysis
• business development
• business planning
• consultancy
• financial analysis
• economic research
• market regulation
• market research and analysis
• policy development
• procurement
• project management
• supply chain management

Previous graduates of BA (Honours) Business Economics have gone on to work for

• Cummins
• Gist
• Greencore Group
• Lloyds Banking Group
• IBM UK
• Incisive Media
• NSG Pilkington
• PwC Consulting
• Royal Mail
• Turner and Townsend
• Vauxhall Motors

 

UCAS points

• 64

This must include at least 32 points from one A level or equivalent BTEC National qualifications excluding general studies For example:

• CC at A Level
• MPP in BTEC Extended Diploma.
• A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels and EPQ.

You can find information on making sense of UCAS tariff points here and use the UCAS tariff calculator to work out your points.

GCSE

• English Language at grade C or 4 or equivalent
• Maths at grade C or 4 or equivalent

• Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course. Normally we require 15 credits at level 2 and 45 at level 3. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.

If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent. If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.

Important notice:

The structure of this course is periodically reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students and ensure ongoing compliance with any professional, statutory and regulatory body standards. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment may change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Following any changes, updated module information will be published on this page.

You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the modules table below for further information.

Year 1 Compulsory modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Going Global	20	Coursework
Accounting In Context	40	Coursework Practical
Preparing For Success	20	Practical
Economics, Finance And Investments	40	Coursework

 

Year 2 Compulsory modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Data Analysis For Economics And Business	40	Coursework
Maths For Economics	20	Coursework
Principles Of Micro And Macro Economics	40	Coursework
Understanding People And Cultures	20	Coursework

 

 

Year 3 Compulsory modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Economic Analysis And Policy	40	Coursework Exam
Multinational Enterprises And Foreign Direct Investment	40	Coursework Exam
Principles Of Management Decision Making	20	Coursework

 

Elective modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Alternative Perspectives In Economics	20	Coursework
Cyber Crime	20	Coursework
Fraud Analytics	20	Coursework
Global Climate Emergency	20	Coursework

 

Year 4 Optional modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Placement Year

 

Final Year Compulsory modules
Module	Credits	Assessment
Advanced Issues In Economics	40	Coursework Exam
Behavioural Economics	20	Coursework
Consultancy Project	40	Coursework
Strategy In The Global And Digital Environment	20	Coursework