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University degree
Economics with Foundation Year
The University of Surrey
Qualification
Degree
Length
5 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
Worth knowing: about 20% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
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About this course
On our economics undergraduate course, you will develop a variety of specialised skills, highly sought-after in today’s challenging economic environment. BSc (Hons) — 2026 entry Economics Our CIMA-accredited Economics degree combines detailed analysis of economic theory and its applications so that you can apply them to a range of real-world political and social issues. You'll develop the analytical and quantitative skills required for a wide range of careers in economics and beyond.
We’re preparing you for the future by integrating AI into every course, building digital skills, confidence and creativity that employers value in tomorrow’s workplace.
Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
80-95 pts10%
96-111 pts80%
112-127 pts10%
How they qualified
100% got in with alevel.
alevel100%
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120 UCAS pts Pay & prospects
88%
In work or further study after
75%
In professional / skilled jobs
80%
Continue past first year
92%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£34,000
After 15 months
£40,000
3 years on
£54,000
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
92%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching89%
Assessment & feedback81%
Academic support81%
Well organised92%
Learning resources91%
Student community93%
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Where this degree can lead
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