Economics BSc

BScUndergraduateBusiness & Finance

Course Highlights

Learn from economics experts in a research-active environment rated Gold by the UK Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
Earn the same globally respected degree as the Birmingham UK campus, from a triple-crown accredited business school.
A broad economics curriculum opens doors well beyond business — including NGOs, the UN and the World Bank.
UAE Ministry accreditation supports sought-after government and public-sector roles across the region.

What You'll Study

Around 30 hours of weekly contact time through lectures, small-group seminars and practical workshops, supplemented by self-guided study. Assessment is a mix of coursework and exams, with the final degree weighted toward your later years.

Year 1

Build the mathematical, statistical and analytical foundations of economics alongside professional-skills development.

Principles of Economics20 credits
Introduction to Mathematics for Economics20 credits
Applied Economics and Statistics20 credits
The Global Economy20 credits
Contemporary Economic Challenges A10 credits
Contemporary Economic Challenges B10 credits
Professional and Academic Skills Development for Economists A10 credits
Professional and Academic Skills Development for Economists B10 credits

Year 2

Develop core micro, macro and econometric theory with applied options in behavioural, environmental and financial economics.

Microeconomics20 credits
Macroeconomics20 credits
Econometrics20 credits
Behavioural and Experimental Economics20 credits
Environmental Economics20 credits
Financial Markets and Institutions20 credits

Year 3

Advance into higher theory and international economics, culminating in a major dissertation.

Advanced Microeconomics20 credits
Advanced Macroeconomics20 credits
International Trade Theory and Policy20 credits
Advanced Financial Markets and Institutions20 credits
Economics Dissertation40 credits

Entry Requirements

A Level: AAA-ABB at A Level. GCSE Mathematics at grade 7/A is required if Mathematics or Further Mathematics is not taken at A Level. General Studies is not accepted.

IB Diploma: 7,6,6 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall, including 6 in Mathematics.

English: IELTS, TOEFL or PTE to the University's required level, or completion of a Presessional English course.

Applications are reviewed by the course Admissions Tutor against both general and course-specific criteria.

Careers

The Careers Network in Dubai offers information, advice and guidance — CV writing, interview preparation and summer internships — to help you progress. Economics graduates work in banking, consultancy, government and public policy, and with organisations such as NGOs, the UN and the World Bank.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Delivered by the triple-crown accredited Birmingham Business School (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS) and rated Gold by the UK Teaching Excellence Framework.

Programme Details

Award

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Start Date

September 2026

Typical Offer

AAA-ABB at A Level

Duration

3 years

Qualification

Bachelors

Subject Area

Business & Finance

Campus

Dubai

Course Type

Single honours

Tuition Fee

AED 128,695/yr

Apply online with your supporting documents. A non-returnable tuition deposit of AED 5,000 secures your place and is deducted from your total fees.

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