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Economics and Mathematics

University of Sheffield

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University of Sheffield

Course options

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Sheffield Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

This dual honours degree combines advanced mathematical and technical skills with the opportunity to apply these to real-world economics issues and policy.


Combine advanced mathematical and technical skills with the opportunity to apply these to real-world economic issues.

Economics and mathematics complement one another perfectly, giving you the chance to develop the analytical skills that support sound economic reasoning – and the highly effective problem solving of a mathematician.In your first year you will focus primarily on the mathematics modules, while also gaining a foundational knowledge of microeconomic and macroeconomic analysis and their roles in economic policy making and analysis.In your second and third years, you’ll choose from modules across both subjects to find a balance that suits you. You’ll also have the chance to do a year-long work placement, starting after your second year. This is a great opportunity to get paid work experience with employers in the UK.


Why study this course?

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Research-informed teaching

- you’ll be taught by mathematics experts and economists whose modules are informed by their latest research.-


Variety, choice and flexibility

- from a broad grounding in economic theory and analysis, this course allows you to specialise in your area of interest.-


Placement opportunities

- this degree comes with the chance to do a year-long paid work placement, starting after your second year, with an employer in the UK.-


Excellent career prospects

- 93.8% of economics students who graduated in 2020 were in employment or further study 15 months after leaving university (2020-21 Graduate Outcomes Survey, UK undergraduates).

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 23,810per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    The University of Sheffield - Main Site, Western Bank, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TN, United Kingdom

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With 28,000 students from over 150 countries, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety, strong sense of community, and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for international students.
Ranked in the UK top 20 (Complete University Guide 2025), Sheffield is a leading university for research and teaching.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Economics

    18th out of 76 4

    24th out of 65 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    150 67%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    25th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.22 81%

    21st

    1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 236
    159 68%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    51st

    20

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    26th

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