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University of York

Economics

York, England, United Kingdom · UCAS L100

Level
Bachelor
Duration
3 years
Campus
Main Site
Intl. Tuition
£27,500 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Home Tuition
£9,790 (2027-28)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
L100

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Business economics graduates enter finance, economic consultancy, government policy, research analysis and corporate strategy roles. Many pursue further study, the CFA qualification or civil service fast-stream programmes.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

York is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues. The student community is central to city life.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
22,345
Staff Ratio
13.0:1
International
19.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
76.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£33,180
First-year earnings
Placement Year
Available
Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
£27,500
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£9,790
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page

City & Location

Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Subject areas covered

  • Economics
  • Business economics
  • International economics

Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
22,345
Total students
Staff Ratio
13:1
Students per staff
International Students
19%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks | Historic / heritage

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • York is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues.
  • The student community is central to city life.

What Students Love

  • Historic city & heritage
  • Rich arts & cultural scene
  • Great café culture
  • Active pub & club scene

University Stats

Total Students22,345
Student-to-Staff Ratio13:1
International Students19%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
76%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£33,180
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
Available
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

  • Business economics graduates enter finance, economic consultancy, government policy, research analysis and corporate strategy roles.
  • Many pursue further study, the CFA qualification or civil service fast-stream programmes.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Technology
  • Media
  • Healthcare

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
£27,500
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£9,790
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Moderate

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)£27,500per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Tuition (Home)£9,790per year, 2027-28 Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£663/mo
Food & Groceries£244/mo
Transport£71/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,141
Annual living costs£13,698/yr

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