
Economics (Top-Up Degree) (International applicants only)
Swansea UniversityCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) Economics (Top-Up Degree) (International applicants only) at Swansea University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Swansea, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Please note: This course is for International students only. For UK students, see our other Economics degrees. BSc Economics (Top Up Degree) enables you to top up your higher education qualification to a bachelor’s degree even if you have not studied Economics previously. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £30,000 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 77% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 64 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
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Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Swansea University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,500 | £30,000 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £23,000 | £30,000 | £37,500 |
| 5 years | £30,000 | £39,500 | £53,500 |
UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £9,500 from year 3 to year 5
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
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Student Satisfaction
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