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Bachelor of Economics

Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A 1-year course-based master programme in Economics at Memorial University.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (5 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Economics can develop the ability to analyse organisational and market information
Evaluate financial and operational decisions
Communicate recommendations and consider responsible business practices
And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Economics Specialist
Economics Associate

Curriculum

Two semesters of coursework plus a research essay
The thesis option is currently unavailable. Focus on applied economics areas such as environmental
Natural resources
International
Monetary
Public sector
Welfare
Labour and health economics. International applicants are urged to submit a GRE score.

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary school leaving qualifications set per programme
For example A-Levels BBC
Highers ABBB or IB 28 points for Computer Science
The minimum offer is shown on each programme page and may be higher for popular courses. Strong A-Level or IB applicants can take a 3-year route with direct entry to Year 2. Subject requirements apply for some programmes.
Varies by programme (standard entry
Sept 2027): e.g. A-Levels BBC and IB 28-29 points (Computer Science
Accountancy
Economics)
Highers ABBB-AABB
No GPA published.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school leaving qualifications (A-Levels, IB, Highers, BTEC or country equivalents, 3-year option with direct entry to Year 2 for strong A-Level/IB applicants), Subject requirements (e.g. Maths) vary.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 79
PTE Academic 63
Cambridge 169
Duolingo 120

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts.

How to apply

Check the programme page for entry requirements and the September 2027 start. The 2027 overseas deadline is not yet published (2026 entry closed to overseas applicants on 17 August 2026). Apply through UCAS
Or directly online if applying from overseas. No application fee is published for direct applications. Upload your transcript
Passport copy and English evidence. Some programmes
Such as sign language or design
May invite you to interview or request a portfolio. Accept your offer. Overseas self-funded students pay an advance instalment of fees. Request your CAS
Then apply for the student visa showing tuition plus maintenance (up to 10
539 GBP).

Other costs

Tuition per year	£22,040 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£2,000 GBP

Program details

Campus	Edinburgh Campus
Faculty or school	Faculty or school requires confirmation
Department	Department of Economics
Teaching language	English
Credit value	240
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	5 years
Scholarship note	Scholarship consideration may depend on the specific program, Academic merit, Applicant status and available funding.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
214 days left

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.