Economics (Business Strategy pathway) - BSc (Hons)

This course is subject to change as we are updating our modules for September 2026 entry. We'll publish the new module details as soon as they're confirmed. Count on us At LSBU we teach real economics, show you the factors which shape the current economic climate and discuss the theories which can explain recent trends. From questioning fundamental economic concepts by reviewing country or industry case studies to developing economic models to forecast what the future holds, we will make you apply economics from the first day you set foot onto our campus. This course will take you on an exciting journey of exploring economic ideas, schools of thought and historic events which have lead the world economy to where it is today. From sustainability to cryptocurrencies, the BSc Economics introduces students to the vast range of topics which drive the economy. And then we give you a glimpse of the future, leaving it to up to you to make your own critical judgement of what is yet to come. Our curriculum is informed by the challenges and tasks professional Economists face in a variety of industries. This allows us to equip you with key graduate skills, turning you into an educated, passionate and competitive graduate who will be successful in any career path you choose. Why Economics at LSBU? puzzle-piece Economics at LSBU is ranked 6th in the UK (Guardian League Table, 2025). heartbeat We are the top ranked non-Russell Group University in the UK second only to LSE in London in Economics (Guardian League Table, 2025). bar-chart Highly commended for Outstanding Support for Students (Times Higher Education Awards, 2024.) users Our graduates are currently working at major companies, including Warner Brothers Discovery, BNP Paribas CIB, Hitachi Global and Venture Capital. star-o 100% of students feel that the teaching staff supported their learning (National Student Survey, 2025). check-circle We hold Centre of Excellence status with the IOEE, recognised for work in Entrepreneurship and business practice bar-chart Access to the software widely used in industry: Stata, Bloomberg, Excel and more. Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method Full-time 3 years September L130 UCAS Full-time (with placement) 4 years September L130 UCAS Course Accreditations ACCA CIMA ILM Watch our video to see how you can make yourself at home studying at LSBU. Location Southwark Campus London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA. If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB). For information on accessibility, see our DisabledGo access guides. See our location page for more details.

International students: £17,880 per year

UK students: £9,790 per year

UK/Home: £9,790 per year

International: £17,880 per year

September

UCAS deadline for 2026 entry

• Southwark Campus, United Kingdom