Economics BSc (Hons)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

De Montfort University

Program Overview

The De Montfort University BSc (Hons) Economics programme offers a dynamic mix of economic theory, data analytics and real-world application, designed to help you interpret key decisions made by individuals, firms and governments. It’s well suited for students who enjoy working with numbers and concepts, and who are keen to develop skills in finance, policy analysis and digital economics.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1:

In the first year you’ll dive into foundational modules such as Applied Microeconomics, Maths and Statistics for Economics and Finance and Applied Macroeconomics. You’ll explore how individuals and firms make decisions, learn the statistical tools to interpret financial data and get a grounded understanding of how economies operate at national and regional levels. The module Data Management and Visualisation introduces you to spreadsheet and software-based data tools so that you start developing your technical toolkit early.

Year 2:

In your second year the focus shifts to more advanced concepts: modules such as Microeconomics and Game Theory, Econometrics and Data Analytics, Global Financial Markets and Institutions and Contemporary Macroeconomics: Policy and Practice build on the first-year base. You’ll learn to apply econometric techniques to real-data, evaluate the behaviour of financial markets, and examine macro-economic policy making in institutional contexts. This year is designed to link theory with practice, preparing you for optional placement or research work.

Year 3:

For the final year you’ll have a choice among modules such as Advanced Microeconomics: Theory and Application or Advanced Macroeconomics: Theory and Application, Industrial Economics or Behavioural Economics and Finance, Digital Economics and Artificial Intelligence or Global Trade and Development Economics, and you’ll complete an Applied Economics Dissertation. Here you’ll explore niche economic fields, focus on digital and AI-driven economics, and undertake independent research, applying your quantitative and analytical skills in a project of your choosing.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

With the De Montfort University BSc (Hons) Economics you’ll gain hands-on, real-world experience right from the start — not just through lectures but via state-of-the-art facilities and live industry-style tasks. You’ll work with the same software used by professionals in trading floors, get involved in placements, and even take part in overseas modules as part of the university’s global exposure programme.

Here’s how you’ll build practical skills in this programme:

Trading Floor access: Based in the Leicester Castle Business School, DMU’s “Trading Floor” features 48 terminals each with Bloomberg and LSEG Workspace/Eikon software so you can analyse live data and simulate financial trading.
Placement year option: You have the opportunity for a paid placement year (fourth year) to apply your learning in sectors such as banking, government or business — some past students worked at the Government Economic Service or major banks.
Digital and data tools: The curriculum includes modules like Data Management and Visualisation that use MS Excel and other software, and according to the course page, you’ll use LSEG Workspace and R Studio for real-life data projects.
Global experience programme (DMU Global): As part of your study you can participate in international weeks or study abroad opportunities — for example students visited Orlando, Florida to explore public finance.
Group and project work: Teaching includes lectures, seminars, workshops and lab-sessions where you’ll work in teams, engage in presentations and apply your data and economic modelling skills to problems.
Library & specialist learning facilities: The university has strong support resources including subject-specific software, study spaces and research tools — the independent data shows 95% of students said library resources supported their learning.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from the De Montfort University BSc (Hons) Economics programme go on to work in roles such as Economic Analyst, Policy Advisor, Financial Consultant and Data Analyst, equipped to tackle real-world challenges in business, government and finance. And here’s how your journey from student to professional is supported at DMU:

University services: The Careers Team offers tailored support such as 1-to-1 career coaching, CV & interview workshops, job-fairs and placement-year coordination.
Employment stats & salary figures: The average earnings 15 months after graduation are approximately £27,000 and around 75% of graduates are in work and/or further study at that point.
University–industry partnerships: Graduates have secured positions at organisations including KPMG, PwC and the Government Economic Service (GES), thanks to DMU’s strong employer links.
Long-term accreditation value: While the programme itself does not list a separate professional accreditation body, the use of industry software (Bloomberg, Eikon), real-world placements and industry alignment ensure your skills remain relevant to employers globally.
Graduation outcomes: Many alumni work in managerial or senior professional jobs: ~70% of graduates reported being in “highly skilled” employment 15 months after finishing.