Economics and Accounting BSc

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Leicester

Program Overview

The BSc Economics and Accounting at University of Leicester is ideal for students who want to understand how economic decisions and financial reporting shape organisations and economies. This course combines economic analysis with practical accounting skills, giving you a clear view of how markets work and how businesses manage, report, and evaluate financial performance.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1 – Core Economics and Accounting Foundations
In your first year, you’ll build a strong base through modules such as Introduction to Economics, Financial Accounting, and Mathematics and Statistics for Economics. This year focuses on understanding economic behaviour, basic accounting principles, and the quantitative skills needed for both disciplines.

Year 2 – Applying Economic and Financial Insight
The second year develops your knowledge with modules like Microeconomics, Management Accounting, and Macroeconomics. You’ll start linking economic theory with business and financial decision-making, analysing how organisations respond to costs, competition, and economic change.

Year 3 – Advanced Analysis and Professional Focus
In your final year, you’ll study advanced modules such as Econometrics, Financial Reporting, and Applied Economics. You’ll sharpen your analytical and problem-solving skills while learning to interpret complex financial and economic data in real-world contexts.

Focus Areas

Economic analysis, financial and management accounting, quantitative methods, business decision-making, market behaviour

Learning Outcomes

Strong analytical and numerical skills, solid accounting knowledge, confident economic reasoning, data interpretation ability, commercial awareness

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The course is designed to align with employer expectations and provides a strong academic foundation for careers in accounting, finance, economics, consulting, and business-related roles

Reputation (Employability & Rankings)

The University of Leicester is well regarded in UK league tables such as QS and The Guardian for teaching quality, student satisfaction, and graduate employability, particularly within business, economics, and accounting disciplines

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At University of Leicester, the BSc Economics and Accounting is designed to make learning practical, relevant, and closely aligned with how economists and accountants work in real organisations. From early on, you’ll apply theory to real financial and economic problems using professional tools, data analysis, and collaborative projects, helping you graduate with skills that employers actively look for — and this practical focus naturally comes together through experiences such as:

Hands-on accounting and financial analysis, using tools like Excel and specialist accounting and economics software to work with real financial statements and datasets
Applied econometrics and data analysis, with exposure to software such as STATA, SPSS, and R for economic modelling and statistical analysis
Group-based projects and case studies, where you analyse real business, financial, and economic scenarios, building teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills
Research-led teaching and projects, allowing you to explore real-world economic and accounting challenges guided by active researchers
Extensive University of Leicester Library access, including specialist resources in economics, finance, accounting, and business, as well as digital journals and databases
Independent and applied coursework, especially in later years, helping you connect economic theory with accounting practice and business decision-making
Embedded employability and professional skills development, supporting career readiness in accounting, finance, consulting, and economic roles

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Economics and Accounting from University of Leicester develop a strong blend of economic insight, financial understanding, and analytical confidence that employers genuinely value. This degree prepares you for a wide range of professional roles across finance, accounting, consulting, and the public sector, with many students progressing into careers such as Accountant, Business Analyst, Economic Analyst, or Management Consultant, supported by Leicester’s strong focus on employability and career readiness, which leads naturally into positive outcomes:

University of Leicester Careers and Employability Service, offering personalised career advice, CV and interview preparation, assessment-centre support, and employer-led workshops tailored to economics and accounting students
Strong graduate employment outcomes, with many economics and accounting graduates securing professional roles soon after graduation, alongside competitive graduate-level salary prospects in the UK
Employer-informed teaching and industry exposure, ensuring course content reflects current accounting standards, economic practice, and business needs
Long-term professional and academic value, as the combined skills of accounting knowledge and economic analysis remain highly transferable and in demand across sectors
Successful graduation pathways, with alumni working in financial services, audit and advisory firms, consultancy, government departments, and corporate organisations

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this degree, you’ll be well prepared to progress to postgraduate study such as an MSc in Accounting and Finance, Economics, Finance, Business Analytics, or related professional and research-focused programmes at Leicester or other leading universities.