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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: LN12

Economics and Business Management

Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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3 yearsDuration
£25,750Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
79%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Economics and Business Management at Newcastle University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. This degree combines study of the key concepts, tools and techniques of economics with a thorough understanding of business. You develop an understanding of economic issues in modern society, and of the global and national settings in which economic activities take place. An optional work placement year provides the chance to gain real-world business experience with a globally recognised company and enhance your employability. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 79% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £34,000 within three years, and a 85% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Microeconomic Principles and Theory
Macroeconomic Analysis and Policy
Business Management Fundamentals
Financial Accounting and Reporting
Quantitative Methods for Economics
Strategic Management and Business Planning
Organisational Behaviour and Human Resources
Applied Economics and Business Project
UCAS Code:LN12
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAB

Excluding General Studies. While we are willing to consider any combination of A Level subjects (excluding General Studies), we prefer students to be studying two of the following: Mathematics Further Mathematics English Literature Physics Biology Chemistry Geography History Languages Economics Business Studies Government and Politics Statistics Achievement of a minimum of five GCSE grades A*-C or 8-4, or equivalent, is normally required. GCSE Mathematics grade A or 7 and English Language or Literature grade B or 6 required if not taken at A or AS level.

International Baccalaureate

34 points

Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and English (Language and/or Literature) required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. Please see the 'Additional information on GCSEs' section.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£25,750

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£77,250

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Newcastle University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£25,000£30,000£35,000
3 years£27,000£34,000£43,500
5 years£37,000£47,000£61,500

UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£34,000
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 47% above UK average salary
This course
£47,000
UK average
£32,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £13,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-02-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

57%Working
10%Studying
17%Work & Study
9%Seeking Work
79%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
79%
Learning opportunities
77%
Assessment and feedback
68%
Academic support
86%
Organisation and management
78%
Learning resources
98%
Student voice
65%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Newcastle University

Newcastle University offers Economics and Business Management as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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#18UK Ranking
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