- Economics
BSc (Hons) — 2025 entry Economics
Our CIMA-accredited Economics degree combines detailed analysis of economic theory and its applications so that you can apply them to a range of real-world political and social issues. You'll develop the analytical and quantitative skills required for a wide range of careers in economics and beyond.
Why choose
this course?
Throughout your degree, you will build skills for constructing and communicating complex economic issues, enhancing your leadership and employability skills.
Our teaching is at the forefront of the field and is influenced by real policy questions brought to classrooms by research active academics. Many of our academic staff are advisers to governments and world-renowned organisations.
You’ll have the option to take one of our award-winning Professional Training placements that will prepare you to work as an economist.
Statistics
11th in the UK
For Business and Economics in the Times Higher Education World Subject Rankings 2024
6th in the UK
For research impact in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
13th in the UK
The University of Surrey is ranked 13th in the Complete University Guide 2024
Accreditation
What you will study
On our BSc (Hons) Economics course, you’ll study the economic behaviour of individuals, firms and governments, which together make up our society. You’ll analyse in detail the separate activity of these components.
You’ll also study how they interact with one another, both at a national and at an international level.
You will develop a wide variety of specialist skills and examine a range of topical questions that are central to modern economies.
Professional recognition
BSc (Hons) - Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route.
The academic year is divided into two semesters of 15 weeks each. Each semester consists of a period of teaching, revision/directed learning and assessment.
The structure of our programmes follow clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes.
- Economics BSc (Hons)
- Economics BSc (Hons) with foundation year
- Economics BSc (Hons) with placement
- Economics BSc (Hons) with foundation year and placement
Please note: The full module listing for the optional Professional Training placement part of your course is available in the relevant programme specification.
Modules
Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Modules are subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.
The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff.
Course options
Year 1 - BSc (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module introduces students to core elements of economic theory which forms the basis of the Macro and Micro modules in the Semester 2 of first year. Understanding a number of concepts, like specialisation, markets, competition, rational behaviour and the structure of the economy are key learning outcomes from this module and prepare students for further study in Economics and related subjects.
View full module detailsThis module ensures that every student acquires the basic mathematical and statistical skills necessary for their subsequent modules, irrespective of their prior education. Students will learn to solve mathematical optimisation problems, which lie at the heart of every economic model. This module will provide students with techniques for maximising real-valued functions with one variable; functions with several variables will be covered in subsequent modules. Economic applications of the mathematical techniques are emphasised throughout.
View full module detailsThe module introduces a set of topics that are part of the contemporary economic discourse, and whose coverage supports and further expands on ECO1014’s teaching.
View full module detailsThe recent digital revolution has led to data gathering and usage in Economics at an unprecedented scale. Public policy and business become more data-driven than ever before. This module explores the data on which economics relies and forms fundamental analytical skills. The lectures are focused on understanding the data, while the laboratory sessions are focused on examination and visualization of the data using R and MS Excel.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module introduces students to a range of mathematical techniques and concepts required for the effective study of economics. It demonstrates the role mathematics plays in the formulation of economic theory and subsequent analysis. The module builds on the mathematics students have studied in the first term of Level 4 and gives students the mathematical tools needed for the study of economics at Level 5 and 6.
View full module detailsThis module builds on the Introductory Economics module by extending the analyses of microeconomic concepts. In particular, it looks at the firm’s supply decision (involving cost and production), and the effect of market structure on the firm’s demand, studies labour markets and explains the constrained optimisation model of labour supply, introduces students to how to model risk and information problems, and covers aspects of welfare economics and market failure (with an application to the environment). The module uses maths from the Quantitative Methods and Maths for Economics modules to demonstrate the role maths can play in economic theory; and makes use of examples from empirical research, reports and news media to illustrate some of the concepts covered. By doing this, the module provides a firm foundation for more advanced microeconomics as the programme proceeds, and for optional modules that apply microeconomic principles.
View full module detailsIn this module we pose the 'big' questions about the economy, study the relevant data, build models that help explain what we observe, and evaluate these models.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to core elements of probability and statistical inference. This enables students to begin undertaking empirical work. An emphasis in this module is on applications. The module also prepares students for further study in econometrics.
View full module detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
This module provides information, guidance and support for developing employability.
View full module detailsYear 2 - BSc (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
The module builds on the first year microeconomics modules and serves as a foundation for subsequent study of microeconomic topics within the relevant degree programs such as consumer choice and game theory. The module uses some mathematical techniques (from the Level 4 Mathematics modules) and graphical analysis and helps develop concise writing skills of the students with the assignment.
View full module detailsThis module provides students with the basic mechanics, both in terms of the theoretical background and the practical skills, for carrying out applied econometrics. Throughout there is an emphasis on understanding the assumptions of the methods so as to gain an appreciation of what such techniques can and cannot deliver. An important part of the course is the training in the use of the econometrics software package Stata. The module relies on the mathematics and statistics students have studied at Level 4, and lays the foundations for subsequent modules in econometrics at Level 5 and 6.
View full module detailsThe module is composed of three macro areas: 1) An introduction to linear algebra 2) An introduction to programming in Matlab and 3) Applications of 1) and 2) to finance and economics problems. In the first part of the course students develop an understanding of key concepts in linear algebra (vector, matrices, rank, determinants, system solutions, quadratic forms) while also learning the functioning of MATLAB and the associated syntax. In the second part of the course students learn how to apply the toolkit learnt in the first part of the course to real world finance and economics scenarios.
View full module detailsThe module progresses naturally from the macroeconomic models already encountered in first year Principles of Macroeconomics (ECO1019) to build intra-temporal and inter-temporal macroeconomic models from microeconomic principles to explore various macro topics, such as credit market, social security, banking, inflation and economic growth, and examines how macroeconomic policy influences economic performance. It serves as a foundation for Intermediate Macroeconomics 2 (ECO2046).
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module follows on from Introductory Econometrics and considers econometric theory and methods when Gauss Markov assumptions fail to hold. The first half introduces different examples of the endogeneity problem and their solutions. The second half of this module deals with stationary and nonstationary time series.
View full module detailsMacroeconomic policy and performance are fundamental to our daily lives. This course gives the students a systematic way of thinking about macroeconomic issues. The students will be able to derive macroeconomic models based on the behaviour of economics agents. The students will end up with a model that they could can use independently to understand macroeconomic behaviour and policy issues in the real world.
View full module detailsThis module will build on, and extend, what students have learned in previous microeconomics courses. We will continue to study how agents make optimising decisions, but here with a focus on how those decisions can be inefficient when there are market failures, as opposed to the perfectly competitive world that students have mostly studied before in, for example, the Microeconomics module in the previous semester. Some prominent real-world examples are environmental externalities, or the provision of public goods. We will also explore common mechanisms that have been developed to try and move decisions to more efficient outcomes; for example taxes, tradable permits, preference revelation mechanisms. We will study how societies, rather than individuals, can make collective decisions over resource allocations when preferences differ across the population – again, particularly relevant in the case of public goods. Some of the topics may have been touched on in level 4, but students will see how learning progresses by looking at topics in more detail and with more rigour. Paralleling this, the learning outcomes in this module will provide a basis upon which to build for some of level 6’s microeconomic-based modules.
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This module teaches the basic content and methods of economic history. It provides an overview of key events and periods in global economic development, from the industrial revolution onwards. It also teaches the disciplines of reading and writing in academic style, how to conduct research based on literature review, and how to build an argument using both theory and evidence. We will cover institutional, monetary, demographic and technological explanations for development through examining a variety of different historical contexts from across the globe and throughout history.
View full module detailsFinancial and business history examines the evolution of the modern economy via theories of the firm. It covers organization, finance, management and entrepreneurship using a historical perspective to illuminate how these factors have changed over time. The content focuses on the role of technological and institutional changes in shaping the constraints and opportunities faced by firms, and how firms have adapted their strategies in response.
View full module detailsThe form of globalisation that has characterised the international system over the post-Cold War era, a phenomenon that both drives and is driven by international institutions, treaties and regimes, is seemingly reducing the capacity of nation-states to respond to pressures emanating from the international economic and security environment. Economic challenges, including the recent global recession, require intimate cross-border cooperation (at the regional and global level); climate change presents a threat that requires urgent global-cooperation (be it between local authorities and cities in different national contexts, or at the national level), and public health continues to have drastic impacts on economy, development, and wellbeing that reach beyond individual states. Furthermore, the end of the Cold War has ushered in a host of new security challenges that states are unable to tackle on an individual basis, from preventing and dealing with the consequences of state failure, international terrorism and crime, as well as the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. A key question that the module will examine is the extent to which these challenges are leading to a shift away from an international system characterized by the notion of state sovereignty and the control of policy development and implementation by the central political authority of the nation-state, to a diffusion of power and competencies, both ‘horizontally’, to private actors such as NGOs and Transnational Corporations, and ‘vertically’, downwards to the regional level and upwards to international organisations. The module will critically assess the analytical leverage that can be attained to these questions through the application of diverse perspectives within IR theories, covering not only realist, liberal, and constructivist schools of thought, but also critical approaches such as Marxism and post-structuralism. It will also focus on approaches drawn from political science theory, notably the literatures on multi-level governance, public policy theories, and the ‘new’ institutionalism. In the course students will tackle a number of contemporary debates on international organisations that are central to public debate - the meaning and forms of international organisations, issues of authority, power and legitimacy; how states and non-state actors (particularly NGOs and business) have shaped the nature and scope of international cooperation and the effects that participation in international institutions upon policy-making, styles of governance and institutional configuration at the national and sub-national levels. We will also examine not only the role of hegemonic powers, in particular the impact of the United States over the post-war and post-Cold War eras, but also the implications of the rise of new powers such as China and India upon international organisations. The module will then examine relevant case studies: environmental governance; global health governance; the WTO and the governance of international trade; the IMF, World Bank and the governance of finance and development; the United Nations and security governance. The module will conclude by assessing the implications of the growth of international organisations for the role of the state as a national and international actor.
View full module detailsIn this module students will develop their knowledge and understanding of Political Ideologies, which form a key component of the study of political theory more broadly. The module starts with a brief definition of an inclusive model of ideology, which is the one most commonly adopted in political science. Subsequent lectures deal with a range of major ideological traditions, covering the political spectrum from extreme right to extreme left and taking account of recent developments which overflow traditional left/right borderlines, most notably due to the rise of populism. Specific emphasis is placed on the historical, social, and geographical context of the development of ideologies. Underlying the module is a concern for the condition of modernity, which serves as the backdrop for the genesis of current ideological frameworks. At a meta-level, the module critically assesses whether conditions of modernity still hold or whether these are being replaced by an increasingly reflexive form of modernity, liquid modernity, or even post-modernity. This raises wider questions about the continued applicability of the classic ideologies. In addition, the module offers insights, feedback, and assessment forms which cumulatively provide students with opportunities to engage in five key areas: employability, global and cultural capabilities, digital capabilities, sustainability, and resourcefulness and resilience.
View full module detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
This module helps students develop their employability through both reflection and practice, building on the skills developed in Employability I.
View full module detailsYear 3 - BSc (Hons)
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module looks at developments in microeconomic theory in relation to the role of information in the economy. It presents models of the basic contract theory and asymmetric information (moral hazard and adverse selection) as well as some of the applications of these models (e.g., insurance, labour market contracts). The module builds on the knowledge and skills the students have acquired in Levels 4 and 5 in terms of microeconomic theory, mathematical tools (algebra, calculus, constrained and unconstrained optimisation) and econometrics.
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This module develops equilibrium concepts for static, dynamic, complete and incomplete information. These are applied to various aspects of economic importance: markets, bargaining, job-market signalling, expert advice and electoral competition. The module will advance students’ knowledge of microeconomics.
View full module detailsBy the end of the module students will have learnt how to carry out empirical analyses using appropriate econometric software to study economic and financial time series data; how to interpret the results of such analyses; and will have acquired an ability to critically assess empirical papers.
View full module detailsThe module broadly covers two parts. In the first part we concentrate on the theoretical foundations of international trade, i.e. address the questions “why do we trade” and “is trade good for us”. In the second part we focus on the policy instruments that are available to the designers of trade policy; our analysis involves issues related to the potential costs and/or benefits to a range of stakeholders of trade barriers, e.g. tariffs and quotas. We also investigate the issues of international trade agreements.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to the field of behavioural economics which incorporates psychological evidence into economics. The standard approach in economics explains market outcomes and economic decision-making using theoretical models which usually assume that people are fully rational. Behavioural economics, on the other hand, seeks to increase the explanatory power of traditional models by considering a number of real life decision making situations where some standard rationality assumptions on preferences do not hold. This module builds mainly on the individual decision making models taught in microeconomics and financial economics modules in year 1 and year 2, identifies departures from these classical models, and use them as an inspiration to create alternative theories of decision making.
View full module detailsThe module examines the nature and behaviour of households in modern economies. It will use economic theory and empirical evidence to illuminate why families are organized as they are and how this has changed in recent years. This will encourage students to adopt a critical perspective on the patterns they see in society and in their personal life. Students will make use of the Microeconomic knowledge and Econometrics skills that they have developed in Level 5, applying them in a new context. The research focus of this module will serve as a good preparation for students taking the Economics Project (ECO3050) or planning to undertake further study.
View full module detailsThis module develops a theoretical and empirical framework to analyse the economics of the environment. Understanding sources of inefficient allocation of resources, and how it is linked to the most serious environmental problems observed in the contemporary world like climate change, examining the different remedial instruments available to correct these problems, evaluating different methods of valuing environmental amenities and understanding the basics of climate science and consequences are some of the key topics covered in this module. This will enable the students to have a well-rounded knowledge of theoretical models and a critical perspective which they can apply to analyse contemporary environmental issues and policies in place. This module will draw on students knowledge of Microeconomics from Level 5.
View full module detailsEconomics of Competition and Regulation Policy is a microeconomics course concerned with the performance of markets and the strategic behaviour of firms. The course draws on the fields of industrial organization and market design and focuses on imperfect competition, co-operation between firms, and common regulations such as anti-trust laws. This is a theory-based optional module for third year BSc students. The aim of the module is to provide a solid understanding of some of the core economic models of imperfect competition and to help students understand the challenges involved with designing and structuring markets.
View full module detailsThe module has the aim of introducing students to core concepts in the blockchain technology. Students will become familiar with applications of cryptography to financial transactions and the technicalities behind cryptocurrencies and their workings. Using case studies and simulations, students will be exposed to the use of software wallets and engage in blockchain and cryptocurrency related transactions.
View full module detailsThe module analyses applications of the theory of finance to corporate policy. Broadly defined, this area comprises all operations directed towards the procurement of funds and their investment in the various types of assets.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to the ways in which economic analysis can help us to understand and evaluate the law. It combines topics on civil and criminal law. It does not assume any prior knowledge of law but does make use of economic theory (especially microeconomics), diagrams, maths (calculus and algebra encountered in FHEQ Level 5) and interpreting empirical results. As such, it builds upon quantitative, mathematical and analytical techniques developed in FHEQ Levels 4 and 5.
View full module detailsThe module analyzes the foundations of the nature of the labour markets, and the mechanisms governing their functioning and development during past and contemporary history. The students will be exposed to economic theory and empirical evidence to understand the aim, role and behaviour of workers, firms and governments within the labour markets. This will make students aware of the crucial importance of labour markets in the broader economy and society, as well as into the personal and professional development of the lives and careers of individual agents.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module explores topics within macroeconomics around two themes: Economic growth and dynamic equilibrium modeling. The aim of the economic growth part of the module is to survey the main models which are currently used to describe the determinants of economic growth. This includes both exogenous and endogenous growth models. The module will also develop a micro-founded dynamic equilibrium model of the macro-economy by combining agents and firms which are forward-looking and rational. This allows students to understand the modern model of economic fluctuations that informs economists and policymakers; it will develop their thinking in a structured framework. The importance of rigorous arguments is highlighted and insights about fiscal and monetary policy are drawn.
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Utilising the material taught across different principal subjects in Economics, this module provides a comprehensive introduction to theoretical and applied issues related to the global banking industry. Understanding the role of the financial system in the economy in ensuring the efficient allocation of resources, its effect on policy making and the risks involved from a potential disruption of its operation are key learning outcomes from this module, especially for students who are interested in applying for employment in the financial sector.
View full module detailsTraditional theories of public economics justify government interventions in the economy on the grounds of market failure, equity and/or political considerations, each of which can be examined theoretically and/or empirically. The module will discuss government intervention related market failure, social insurance and social security, and taxation. In the weekly applied lectures, we will derive testable predictions from the theoretic models and use journal articles to take those predictions to the data. The module will also introduce cost-benefit analysis as a means to assess and compare public investments and government programmes. The module is based on and makes use of knowledge acquired in previous microeconomics modules in Levels 4 and 5 and requires a good understanding of the applied econometrics learned in Level 5.
View full module detailsThis unit introduces the students to the process of independent academic investigation and helps them develop research skills through the completion of a substantial research project. Students are expected to use the empirical and analytical skills that they acquired in other modules.
View full module detailsThis module builds on the econometrics foundation from the Introductory Econometrics and Intermediate Econometrics courses and emphasizes on introducing micro-econometric techniques used to analyse microeconomic data. The first half of this module considers techniques to achieve causal inference. The second half studies maximum likelihood estimation of limited dependent variable models (logit, probit, Poisson, censoring and selectivity), as well as basic machine learning methods. This will enable students to acquire the skill sets necessary to investigate important and intriguing empirical questions that have real-world impacts on society.
View full module detailsThe module incorporates the foreign exchange market into a macroeconomic setting in order to shed light on the constraints within which open economies operate. At the heart of the analysis is the exchange rate and its determinants, including the different types of possible government intervention. In this context, the role of inflation, interest rates and market expectations are discussed. In addition, the government may also intervene in the foreign exchange market to manage the exchange rate by, e.g., buying or selling the international reserve currency. The decision whether to undertake or not such operations impacts on how the economy responds to different types of shocks (internal or external). The module covers these issues in detail and, in addition, provides a historical context for international arrangements concerning the exchange rate, as well as a review of episodes of exchange-rate crises.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to the field of political economy, which combines insights from politics into the study of economic performance. The module: focuses on the formal modelling of political actors such as voters, politicians, bureaucrats, lobbyists, political institutions, states etc as behaving in mainly self-interested ways, analyses outcomes of these interactions using rational-choice assumptions, microeconomic concepts and game theoretical analysis, and finally, studies predictions of these models based on available data. The module builds a foundation for thinking economic modelling as a tool for policy formation and a tool for understanding the world better.
View full module detailsThe module explores the incidence of corruption from an economic perspective. It is based on the relevant academic literature and incorporates both microeconomic and macroeconomic approaches. Different aspects of corruption are examined, such as causes and consequences, and a deeper understanding around the topic is developed.
View full module detailsThe module covers topics within the economics of education. It will cover topical areas within economics of education with a strong empirical foundation and relevance for public policy. The topics will include the following: the extent of inequality in educational outcomes and why this matters (this is an important aspect of sustainability); evidence on the economic and social benefits of education; drivers of educational outcomes in the family, among peers and within educational institutions. We will look at how different types of education and training are rewarded in the labour market and the public policy implications of this. The module will build on the microeconomic theory and econometrics that students learned in the second year of their programme.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to computational methods for solving and simulating economic models. The student will learn basic results and techniques in numerical analysis, acquire a working knowledge of programming language, and learn how to apply these tools to analyse quantitative implications of macroeconomic dynamic models and macroeconometrics. Matlab will be the main language taught in the course, while learning other languages (e.g. Python, Julia, etc) will be optional.
View full module detailsThe module introduces the workings of financial and commodity derivatives markets and securities. Securities such as forwards, futures, swaps, CDOs and options have been traded on organised exchanges and/or ‘over the counter’, for decades. Financial markets are innovative and new derivative instruments are frequently introduced to facilitate risk-hedging or speculative investor operations. However, financial innovation can bring about its own significant risks, as the link between securitisation, CDOs and the credit crisis of 2007/08 showed. The emphasis of this module is on the pricing of derivative securities, their risks, as well as their use in professional settings, such as executive boards and derivative trading firms for hedging or investment purposes.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to the fundamentals of energy economics from both the demand and supply side – covering appropriate economic theory, empirical and case studies, and policy issues. Understanding a number of concepts such as promoting clean energy, managing energy demand and analysing energy markets are key learning outcomes from this module. Students will make use of the Microeconomics knowledge and Econometrics skills that they have developed in Level 5. The module is complementary to the Environmental Economics (ECO3060), and research focus of this module will serve as a good preparation for students taking the Economics Project (ECO3050) or planning to undertake further study. In particular, the module prepares students for further study in Energy and Environmental Economics, and Sustainability related subjects.
View full module detailsWhy have some countries developed and others not? What can policy do today to foster economic development, and how much is out of a country’s control? How does this affect the people behind such development - how does work change, and who loses in the process? The course begins with an empirical overview of the change in living standards in different countries across time, and how to define such development. The core of the course then focuses on how countries develop, considering various approaches ranging from micro-interventions to sectoral, institutional and trade policies. The last few weeks place labour at the centre of development, looking at rural-urban migration, informality and the underdevelopment of marginalized groups. This course will have strong empirical and theoretical components, and will draw strongly on recent academic articles as well as standard texts. It aims to equip students with an awareness of policy options and constraints around economic development.
View full module detailsBSc (Hons) with foundation year
Semester 1
Compulsory
The module aims to introduce the students to the core elements of microeconomic theory. The module will begin with a discussion of Economics as a science and its basic principles and concepts. The focus will then move onto the market equilibrium, i.e., the supply and demand model and the impact of government intervention in the market outcomes. Consumer theory and the theory of the firm will be studied to understand the background to the supply and demand model before turning to the welfare implications of different market structures.
View full module detailsA foundation level mathematics module that covers the basic mathematics relevant for Economics students. The module is designed to prepare the students for the more advanced level mathematics and problem solving in the first year of their Economics programme. The module covers a variety of economic applications in order to illustrate to the students the link between economic theory and mathematics.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This is a guided research module where students identify and explore in detail a topic of their choice within the fields of Business, Economics or Hospitality and Tourism Management, then write a 3000-word literature review on their chosen subject. The overall focus of the module is on: learning to research independently, making best use of the digital resources available through the university library drawing appropriate conclusions from analysis and investigation of text and data Teaching inputs guide students in their choice of topic and approach, and provide them with extended opportunities to develop resourceful approaches and relevant skills. Engaging with in-class activities and online tasks in research, reading and academic writing throughout the semester will prepare students well for discipline specific writing and research challenges at higher levels of degree study and in the workplace.
View full module detailsIn this module the students will learn about the macroeconomic environment and the theoretical and conceptual frameworks which underpin it. It is designed to prepare the students for the more advanced level macroeconomics in the first year of their Economics programme. The module will begin with the introduction of key macroeconomic topics, i.e., economic growth and business cycles, unemployment, inflation and open economy. The focus will then move onto developing a theoretical model to study and analyse the short-run macroeconomic equilibrium. The role of fiscal and monetary policy in shaping economic outcomes will also be discussed. The methodological approach will include the use of mathematical tools in solving and analysing the theoretical models.
View full module detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
The purpose of this module is to build leadership, independent learning and transferable skills which have a practical value for progression, whether that be to undergraduate study or employment. As the module acronym suggests, students will focus on Creativity, Resourcefulness, Enterprise and Task Evaluation. This will be done through experiential, real-world learning tasks and assessments. The module contains a strong focus on Employability. Could you answer the question: “what will make you more employable than other graduates with the same degree as you?”. CREATE will address this very question and begin the process of you developing a strong personal brand. Through a range of carefully designed tasks, you will develop resilience, digital capabilities and explore a range of theoretical concepts that will be invaluable for your future studies and careers The module is designed so that, as you progress through the year, you will increasingly be able to build on and apply your learning from other modules on the programme, allowing you to further develop as a well-rounded and high-performing individual.
View full module detailsYear 1 - BSc (Hons) with placement
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module introduces students to core elements of economic theory which forms the basis of the Macro and Micro modules in the Semester 2 of first year. Understanding a number of concepts, like specialisation, markets, competition, rational behaviour and the structure of the economy are key learning outcomes from this module and prepare students for further study in Economics and related subjects.
View full module detailsThis module ensures that every student acquires the basic mathematical and statistical skills necessary for their subsequent modules, irrespective of their prior education. Students will learn to solve mathematical optimisation problems, which lie at the heart of every economic model. This module will provide students with techniques for maximising real-valued functions with one variable; functions with several variables will be covered in subsequent modules. Economic applications of the mathematical techniques are emphasised throughout.
View full module detailsThe module introduces a set of topics that are part of the contemporary economic discourse, and whose coverage supports and further expands on ECO1014’s teaching.
View full module detailsThe recent digital revolution has led to data gathering and usage in Economics at an unprecedented scale. Public policy and business become more data-driven than ever before. This module explores the data on which economics relies and forms fundamental analytical skills. The lectures are focused on understanding the data, while the laboratory sessions are focused on examination and visualization of the data using R and MS Excel.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module introduces students to a range of mathematical techniques and concepts required for the effective study of economics. It demonstrates the role mathematics plays in the formulation of economic theory and subsequent analysis. The module builds on the mathematics students have studied in the first term of Level 4 and gives students the mathematical tools needed for the study of economics at Level 5 and 6.
View full module detailsThis module builds on the Introductory Economics module by extending the analyses of microeconomic concepts. In particular, it looks at the firm’s supply decision (involving cost and production), and the effect of market structure on the firm’s demand, studies labour markets and explains the constrained optimisation model of labour supply, introduces students to how to model risk and information problems, and covers aspects of welfare economics and market failure (with an application to the environment). The module uses maths from the Quantitative Methods and Maths for Economics modules to demonstrate the role maths can play in economic theory; and makes use of examples from empirical research, reports and news media to illustrate some of the concepts covered. By doing this, the module provides a firm foundation for more advanced microeconomics as the programme proceeds, and for optional modules that apply microeconomic principles.
View full module detailsIn this module we pose the 'big' questions about the economy, study the relevant data, build models that help explain what we observe, and evaluate these models.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to core elements of probability and statistical inference. This enables students to begin undertaking empirical work. An emphasis in this module is on applications. The module also prepares students for further study in econometrics.
View full module detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
This module provides information, guidance and support for developing employability.
View full module detailsYear 2 - BSc (Hons) with placement
Semester 1
Compulsory
The module builds on the first year microeconomics modules and serves as a foundation for subsequent study of microeconomic topics within the relevant degree programs such as consumer choice and game theory. The module uses some mathematical techniques (from the Level 4 Mathematics modules) and graphical analysis and helps develop concise writing skills of the students with the assignment.
View full module detailsThis module provides students with the basic mechanics, both in terms of the theoretical background and the practical skills, for carrying out applied econometrics. Throughout there is an emphasis on understanding the assumptions of the methods so as to gain an appreciation of what such techniques can and cannot deliver. An important part of the course is the training in the use of the econometrics software package Stata. The module relies on the mathematics and statistics students have studied at Level 4, and lays the foundations for subsequent modules in econometrics at Level 5 and 6.
View full module detailsThe module is composed of three macro areas: 1) An introduction to linear algebra 2) An introduction to programming in Matlab and 3) Applications of 1) and 2) to finance and economics problems. In the first part of the course students develop an understanding of key concepts in linear algebra (vector, matrices, rank, determinants, system solutions, quadratic forms) while also learning the functioning of MATLAB and the associated syntax. In the second part of the course students learn how to apply the toolkit learnt in the first part of the course to real world finance and economics scenarios.
View full module detailsThe module progresses naturally from the macroeconomic models already encountered in first year Principles of Macroeconomics (ECO1019) to build intra-temporal and inter-temporal macroeconomic models from microeconomic principles to explore various macro topics, such as credit market, social security, banking, inflation and economic growth, and examines how macroeconomic policy influences economic performance. It serves as a foundation for Intermediate Macroeconomics 2 (ECO2046).
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module follows on from Introductory Econometrics and considers econometric theory and methods when Gauss Markov assumptions fail to hold. The first half introduces different examples of the endogeneity problem and their solutions. The second half of this module deals with stationary and nonstationary time series.
View full module detailsMacroeconomic policy and performance are fundamental to our daily lives. This course gives the students a systematic way of thinking about macroeconomic issues. The students will be able to derive macroeconomic models based on the behaviour of economics agents. The students will end up with a model that they could can use independently to understand macroeconomic behaviour and policy issues in the real world.
View full module detailsThis module will build on, and extend, what students have learned in previous microeconomics courses. We will continue to study how agents make optimising decisions, but here with a focus on how those decisions can be inefficient when there are market failures, as opposed to the perfectly competitive world that students have mostly studied before in, for example, the Microeconomics module in the previous semester. Some prominent real-world examples are environmental externalities, or the provision of public goods. We will also explore common mechanisms that have been developed to try and move decisions to more efficient outcomes; for example taxes, tradable permits, preference revelation mechanisms. We will study how societies, rather than individuals, can make collective decisions over resource allocations when preferences differ across the population – again, particularly relevant in the case of public goods. Some of the topics may have been touched on in level 4, but students will see how learning progresses by looking at topics in more detail and with more rigour. Paralleling this, the learning outcomes in this module will provide a basis upon which to build for some of level 6’s microeconomic-based modules.
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This module teaches the basic content and methods of economic history. It provides an overview of key events and periods in global economic development, from the industrial revolution onwards. It also teaches the disciplines of reading and writing in academic style, how to conduct research based on literature review, and how to build an argument using both theory and evidence. We will cover institutional, monetary, demographic and technological explanations for development through examining a variety of different historical contexts from across the globe and throughout history.
View full module detailsFinancial and business history examines the evolution of the modern economy via theories of the firm. It covers organization, finance, management and entrepreneurship using a historical perspective to illuminate how these factors have changed over time. The content focuses on the role of technological and institutional changes in shaping the constraints and opportunities faced by firms, and how firms have adapted their strategies in response.
View full module detailsThe form of globalisation that has characterised the international system over the post-Cold War era, a phenomenon that both drives and is driven by international institutions, treaties and regimes, is seemingly reducing the capacity of nation-states to respond to pressures emanating from the international economic and security environment. Economic challenges, including the recent global recession, require intimate cross-border cooperation (at the regional and global level); climate change presents a threat that requires urgent global-cooperation (be it between local authorities and cities in different national contexts, or at the national level), and public health continues to have drastic impacts on economy, development, and wellbeing that reach beyond individual states. Furthermore, the end of the Cold War has ushered in a host of new security challenges that states are unable to tackle on an individual basis, from preventing and dealing with the consequences of state failure, international terrorism and crime, as well as the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. A key question that the module will examine is the extent to which these challenges are leading to a shift away from an international system characterized by the notion of state sovereignty and the control of policy development and implementation by the central political authority of the nation-state, to a diffusion of power and competencies, both ‘horizontally’, to private actors such as NGOs and Transnational Corporations, and ‘vertically’, downwards to the regional level and upwards to international organisations. The module will critically assess the analytical leverage that can be attained to these questions through the application of diverse perspectives within IR theories, covering not only realist, liberal, and constructivist schools of thought, but also critical approaches such as Marxism and post-structuralism. It will also focus on approaches drawn from political science theory, notably the literatures on multi-level governance, public policy theories, and the ‘new’ institutionalism. In the course students will tackle a number of contemporary debates on international organisations that are central to public debate - the meaning and forms of international organisations, issues of authority, power and legitimacy; how states and non-state actors (particularly NGOs and business) have shaped the nature and scope of international cooperation and the effects that participation in international institutions upon policy-making, styles of governance and institutional configuration at the national and sub-national levels. We will also examine not only the role of hegemonic powers, in particular the impact of the United States over the post-war and post-Cold War eras, but also the implications of the rise of new powers such as China and India upon international organisations. The module will then examine relevant case studies: environmental governance; global health governance; the WTO and the governance of international trade; the IMF, World Bank and the governance of finance and development; the United Nations and security governance. The module will conclude by assessing the implications of the growth of international organisations for the role of the state as a national and international actor.
View full module detailsIn this module students will develop their knowledge and understanding of Political Ideologies, which form a key component of the study of political theory more broadly. The module starts with a brief definition of an inclusive model of ideology, which is the one most commonly adopted in political science. Subsequent lectures deal with a range of major ideological traditions, covering the political spectrum from extreme right to extreme left and taking account of recent developments which overflow traditional left/right borderlines, most notably due to the rise of populism. Specific emphasis is placed on the historical, social, and geographical context of the development of ideologies. Underlying the module is a concern for the condition of modernity, which serves as the backdrop for the genesis of current ideological frameworks. At a meta-level, the module critically assesses whether conditions of modernity still hold or whether these are being replaced by an increasingly reflexive form of modernity, liquid modernity, or even post-modernity. This raises wider questions about the continued applicability of the classic ideologies. In addition, the module offers insights, feedback, and assessment forms which cumulatively provide students with opportunities to engage in five key areas: employability, global and cultural capabilities, digital capabilities, sustainability, and resourcefulness and resilience.
View full module detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
This module helps students develop their employability through both reflection and practice, building on the skills developed in Employability I.
View full module detailsYear 3 - BSc (Hons) with placement
Semester 1
Compulsory
This module looks at developments in microeconomic theory in relation to the role of information in the economy. It presents models of the basic contract theory and asymmetric information (moral hazard and adverse selection) as well as some of the applications of these models (e.g., insurance, labour market contracts). The module builds on the knowledge and skills the students have acquired in Levels 4 and 5 in terms of microeconomic theory, mathematical tools (algebra, calculus, constrained and unconstrained optimisation) and econometrics.
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By the end of the module students will have learnt how to carry out empirical analyses using appropriate econometric software to study economic and financial time series data; how to interpret the results of such analyses; and will have acquired an ability to critically assess empirical papers.
View full module detailsThis module develops equilibrium concepts for static, dynamic, complete and incomplete information. These are applied to various aspects of economic importance: markets, bargaining, job-market signalling, expert advice and electoral competition. The module will advance students’ knowledge of microeconomics.
View full module detailsThe module broadly covers two parts. In the first part we concentrate on the theoretical foundations of international trade, i.e. address the questions “why do we trade” and “is trade good for us”. In the second part we focus on the policy instruments that are available to the designers of trade policy; our analysis involves issues related to the potential costs and/or benefits to a range of stakeholders of trade barriers, e.g. tariffs and quotas. We also investigate the issues of international trade agreements.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to the field of behavioural economics which incorporates psychological evidence into economics. The standard approach in economics explains market outcomes and economic decision-making using theoretical models which usually assume that people are fully rational. Behavioural economics, on the other hand, seeks to increase the explanatory power of traditional models by considering a number of real life decision making situations where some standard rationality assumptions on preferences do not hold. This module builds mainly on the individual decision making models taught in microeconomics and financial economics modules in year 1 and year 2, identifies departures from these classical models, and use them as an inspiration to create alternative theories of decision making.
View full module detailsThe module examines the nature and behaviour of households in modern economies. It will use economic theory and empirical evidence to illuminate why families are organized as they are and how this has changed in recent years. This will encourage students to adopt a critical perspective on the patterns they see in society and in their personal life. Students will make use of the Microeconomic knowledge and Econometrics skills that they have developed in Level 5, applying them in a new context. The research focus of this module will serve as a good preparation for students taking the Economics Project (ECO3050) or planning to undertake further study.
View full module detailsThis module develops a theoretical and empirical framework to analyse the economics of the environment. Understanding sources of inefficient allocation of resources, and how it is linked to the most serious environmental problems observed in the contemporary world like climate change, examining the different remedial instruments available to correct these problems, evaluating different methods of valuing environmental amenities and understanding the basics of climate science and consequences are some of the key topics covered in this module. This will enable the students to have a well-rounded knowledge of theoretical models and a critical perspective which they can apply to analyse contemporary environmental issues and policies in place. This module will draw on students knowledge of Microeconomics from Level 5.
View full module detailsEconomics of Competition and Regulation Policy is a microeconomics course concerned with the performance of markets and the strategic behaviour of firms. The course draws on the fields of industrial organization and market design and focuses on imperfect competition, co-operation between firms, and common regulations such as anti-trust laws. This is a theory-based optional module for third year BSc students. The aim of the module is to provide a solid understanding of some of the core economic models of imperfect competition and to help students understand the challenges involved with designing and structuring markets.
View full module detailsThe module has the aim of introducing students to core concepts in the blockchain technology. Students will become familiar with applications of cryptography to financial transactions and the technicalities behind cryptocurrencies and their workings. Using case studies and simulations, students will be exposed to the use of software wallets and engage in blockchain and cryptocurrency related transactions.
View full module detailsThe module analyses applications of the theory of finance to corporate policy. Broadly defined, this area comprises all operations directed towards the procurement of funds and their investment in the various types of assets.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to the ways in which economic analysis can help us to understand and evaluate the law. It combines topics on civil and criminal law. It does not assume any prior knowledge of law but does make use of economic theory (especially microeconomics), diagrams, maths (calculus and algebra encountered in FHEQ Level 5) and interpreting empirical results. As such, it builds upon quantitative, mathematical and analytical techniques developed in FHEQ Levels 4 and 5.
View full module detailsThe module analyzes the foundations of the nature of the labour markets, and the mechanisms governing their functioning and development during past and contemporary history. The students will be exposed to economic theory and empirical evidence to understand the aim, role and behaviour of workers, firms and governments within the labour markets. This will make students aware of the crucial importance of labour markets in the broader economy and society, as well as into the personal and professional development of the lives and careers of individual agents.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This module explores topics within macroeconomics around two themes: Economic growth and dynamic equilibrium modeling. The aim of the economic growth part of the module is to survey the main models which are currently used to describe the determinants of economic growth. This includes both exogenous and endogenous growth models. The module will also develop a micro-founded dynamic equilibrium model of the macro-economy by combining agents and firms which are forward-looking and rational. This allows students to understand the modern model of economic fluctuations that informs economists and policymakers; it will develop their thinking in a structured framework. The importance of rigorous arguments is highlighted and insights about fiscal and monetary policy are drawn.
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This module builds on the econometrics foundation from the Introductory Econometrics and Intermediate Econometrics courses and emphasizes on introducing micro-econometric techniques used to analyse microeconomic data. The first half of this module considers techniques to achieve causal inference. The second half studies maximum likelihood estimation of limited dependent variable models (logit, probit, Poisson, censoring and selectivity), as well as basic machine learning methods. This will enable students to acquire the skill sets necessary to investigate important and intriguing empirical questions that have real-world impacts on society.
View full module detailsUtilising the material taught across different principal subjects in Economics, this module provides a comprehensive introduction to theoretical and applied issues related to the global banking industry. Understanding the role of the financial system in the economy in ensuring the efficient allocation of resources, its effect on policy making and the risks involved from a potential disruption of its operation are key learning outcomes from this module, especially for students who are interested in applying for employment in the financial sector.
View full module detailsTraditional theories of public economics justify government interventions in the economy on the grounds of market failure, equity and/or political considerations, each of which can be examined theoretically and/or empirically. The module will discuss government intervention related market failure, social insurance and social security, and taxation. In the weekly applied lectures, we will derive testable predictions from the theoretic models and use journal articles to take those predictions to the data. The module will also introduce cost-benefit analysis as a means to assess and compare public investments and government programmes. The module is based on and makes use of knowledge acquired in previous microeconomics modules in Levels 4 and 5 and requires a good understanding of the applied econometrics learned in Level 5.
View full module detailsThe module incorporates the foreign exchange market into a macroeconomic setting in order to shed light on the constraints within which open economies operate. At the heart of the analysis is the exchange rate and its determinants, including the different types of possible government intervention. In this context, the role of inflation, interest rates and market expectations are discussed. In addition, the government may also intervene in the foreign exchange market to manage the exchange rate by, e.g., buying or selling the international reserve currency. The decision whether to undertake or not such operations impacts on how the economy responds to different types of shocks (internal or external). The module covers these issues in detail and, in addition, provides a historical context for international arrangements concerning the exchange rate, as well as a review of episodes of exchange-rate crises.
View full module detailsThis unit introduces the students to the process of independent academic investigation and helps them develop research skills through the completion of a substantial research project. Students are expected to use the empirical and analytical skills that they acquired in other modules.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to the field of political economy, which combines insights from politics into the study of economic performance. The module: focuses on the formal modelling of political actors such as voters, politicians, bureaucrats, lobbyists, political institutions, states etc as behaving in mainly self-interested ways, analyses outcomes of these interactions using rational-choice assumptions, microeconomic concepts and game theoretical analysis, and finally, studies predictions of these models based on available data. The module builds a foundation for thinking economic modelling as a tool for policy formation and a tool for understanding the world better.
View full module detailsThe module explores the incidence of corruption from an economic perspective. It is based on the relevant academic literature and incorporates both microeconomic and macroeconomic approaches. Different aspects of corruption are examined, such as causes and consequences, and a deeper understanding around the topic is developed.
View full module detailsThe module covers topics within the economics of education. It will cover topical areas within economics of education with a strong empirical foundation and relevance for public policy. The topics will include the following: the extent of inequality in educational outcomes and why this matters (this is an important aspect of sustainability); evidence on the economic and social benefits of education; drivers of educational outcomes in the family, among peers and within educational institutions. We will look at how different types of education and training are rewarded in the labour market and the public policy implications of this. The module will build on the microeconomic theory and econometrics that students learned in the second year of their programme.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to computational methods for solving and simulating economic models. The student will learn basic results and techniques in numerical analysis, acquire a working knowledge of programming language, and learn how to apply these tools to analyse quantitative implications of macroeconomic dynamic models and macroeconometrics. Matlab will be the main language taught in the course, while learning other languages (e.g. Python, Julia, etc) will be optional.
View full module detailsThe module introduces the workings of financial and commodity derivatives markets and securities. Securities such as forwards, futures, swaps, CDOs and options have been traded on organised exchanges and/or ‘over the counter’, for decades. Financial markets are innovative and new derivative instruments are frequently introduced to facilitate risk-hedging or speculative investor operations. However, financial innovation can bring about its own significant risks, as the link between securitisation, CDOs and the credit crisis of 2007/08 showed. The emphasis of this module is on the pricing of derivative securities, their risks, as well as their use in professional settings, such as executive boards and derivative trading firms for hedging or investment purposes.
View full module detailsThis module introduces students to the fundamentals of energy economics from both the demand and supply side – covering appropriate economic theory, empirical and case studies, and policy issues. Understanding a number of concepts such as promoting clean energy, managing energy demand and analysing energy markets are key learning outcomes from this module. Students will make use of the Microeconomics knowledge and Econometrics skills that they have developed in Level 5. The module is complementary to the Environmental Economics (ECO3060), and research focus of this module will serve as a good preparation for students taking the Economics Project (ECO3050) or planning to undertake further study. In particular, the module prepares students for further study in Energy and Environmental Economics, and Sustainability related subjects.
View full module detailsWhy have some countries developed and others not? What can policy do today to foster economic development, and how much is out of a country’s control? How does this affect the people behind such development - how does work change, and who loses in the process? The course begins with an empirical overview of the change in living standards in different countries across time, and how to define such development. The core of the course then focuses on how countries develop, considering various approaches ranging from micro-interventions to sectoral, institutional and trade policies. The last few weeks place labour at the centre of development, looking at rural-urban migration, informality and the underdevelopment of marginalized groups. This course will have strong empirical and theoretical components, and will draw strongly on recent academic articles as well as standard texts. It aims to equip students with an awareness of policy options and constraints around economic development.
View full module detailsYear 3 - BSc (Hons) with placement
Semester 1 & 2
Core
This module supports students’ development of personal and professional attitudes and abilities appropriate to a Professional Training placement. It supports and facilitates self-reflection and transfer of learning from their Professional Training placement experiences to their final year of study and their future employment. The PTY module is concerned with Personal and Professional Development towards holistic academic and non-academic learning, and is a process that involves self-reflection, documented via the creation of a personal record, planning and monitoring progress towards the achievement of personal objectives. Development and learning may occur before and during the placement, and this is reflected in the assessment model as a progressive process. However, the graded assessment takes place primarily towards the end of the placement. Additionally, the module aims to enable students to evidence and evaluate their placement experiences and transfer that learning to other situations through written and presentation skills.
View full module detailsBSc (Hons) with foundation year and placement
Semester 1
Compulsory
The module aims to introduce the students to the core elements of microeconomic theory. The module will begin with a discussion of Economics as a science and its basic principles and concepts. The focus will then move onto the market equilibrium, i.e., the supply and demand model and the impact of government intervention in the market outcomes. Consumer theory and the theory of the firm will be studied to understand the background to the supply and demand model before turning to the welfare implications of different market structures.
View full module detailsA foundation level mathematics module that covers the basic mathematics relevant for Economics students. The module is designed to prepare the students for the more advanced level mathematics and problem solving in the first year of their Economics programme. The module covers a variety of economic applications in order to illustrate to the students the link between economic theory and mathematics.
View full module detailsSemester 2
Compulsory
This is a guided research module where students identify and explore in detail a topic of their choice within the fields of Business, Economics or Hospitality and Tourism Management, then write a 3000-word literature review on their chosen subject. The overall focus of the module is on: learning to research independently, making best use of the digital resources available through the university library drawing appropriate conclusions from analysis and investigation of text and data Teaching inputs guide students in their choice of topic and approach, and provide them with extended opportunities to develop resourceful approaches and relevant skills. Engaging with in-class activities and online tasks in research, reading and academic writing throughout the semester will prepare students well for discipline specific writing and research challenges at higher levels of degree study and in the workplace.
View full module detailsIn this module the students will learn about the macroeconomic environment and the theoretical and conceptual frameworks which underpin it. It is designed to prepare the students for the more advanced level macroeconomics in the first year of their Economics programme. The module will begin with the introduction of key macroeconomic topics, i.e., economic growth and business cycles, unemployment, inflation and open economy. The focus will then move onto developing a theoretical model to study and analyse the short-run macroeconomic equilibrium. The role of fiscal and monetary policy in shaping economic outcomes will also be discussed. The methodological approach will include the use of mathematical tools in solving and analysing the theoretical models.
View full module detailsSemester 1 & 2
Compulsory
The purpose of this module is to build leadership, independent learning and transferable skills which have a practical value for progression, whether that be to undergraduate study or employment. As the module acronym suggests, students will focus on Creativity, Resourcefulness, Enterprise and Task Evaluation. This will be done through experiential, real-world learning tasks and assessments. The module contains a strong focus on Employability. Could you answer the question: “what will make you more employable than other graduates with the same degree as you?”. CREATE will address this very question and begin the process of you developing a strong personal brand. Through a range of carefully designed tasks, you will develop resilience, digital capabilities and explore a range of theoretical concepts that will be invaluable for your future studies and careers The module is designed so that, as you progress through the year, you will increasingly be able to build on and apply your learning from other modules on the programme, allowing you to further develop as a well-rounded and high-performing individual.
View full module detailsTeaching and learning
We provide teaching on this course through lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshop sessions, which total about 12 hours each week. The purpose is to use, rather than just study, economics.
In tutorials we’ll encourage you to present your own ideas and develop the verbal skills that will stand you in good stead for the future. Classes and workshops are practical sessions in which you’ll develop the ability to apply and use economics.
For each hour of teaching, you are expected to spend two to three hours in private study. There are also modules where we require you to work in groups.
We pride ourselves on the levels of supervision you’ll receive, creating a warm and friendly environment in which to study. The student experience at the School of Economics is vital to the success of our courses, and you’ll be encouraged to express yourself and develop your full potential.
- Group work
- Independent study
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Workshops
Assessment
We assess modules individually and award credits for the successful completion of each one. Assessment takes place through a combination of examination and/or coursework, practical examinations and reports. Check individual module information to see full details at a module level.
General course information
Contact hours
Contact hours can vary across our modules. Full details of the contact hours for each module are available from the University of Surrey's module catalogue. See the modules section for more information.
Timetable
New students will receive their personalised timetable in Welcome Week. In later semesters, two weeks before the start of semester.
Scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week (Monday – Friday), with part-time classes normally scheduled on one or two days. Wednesday afternoons tend to be for sports and cultural activities.
View our code of practice for the scheduling of teaching and assessment (PDF) for more information.
Location
Stag Hill is the University's main campus and where the majority of our courses are taught.
We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.
Economic decisions are at the heart of every society, shaping the future of individuals, organisations, regions and nations. This hints at the variety of careers available to economists and the range of skills you can expect to develop by studying one of our courses.
The problem-solving nature of the subject, the highly relevant and applied focus of our courses, and the potential for experience you can gain from your Professional Training placement are all appealing to employers.
The School of Economics has a proven track record of graduate employment: The Graduate Outcomes survey 2023, HESA, shows that 91 per cent of our undergraduate Economics students go on to employment or further study.
Recent graduates from our School of Economics have entered roles such as:
- Economist, Bank of England
- Analyst, Frontier Economics
- Financial Crime Associate, Deloitte
- Assistant Economist, Home Office
- Economist, Fathom Financial Consulting
- Economics Research, Morgan Stanley
- Business Analyst, TotalEnergies
- Analyst, Economist Intelligence Unit
Thomas Hithersay
Student - Economics BSc (Hons)
The amount of support that the employability team, professors, lecturers, and university staff provide the students here is amazing. I believe that Surrey is very “career-focused” and, as such, sees many of its students establish the foundations of successful careers here.
Morgan Rooney
Graduate - Economics BSc (Hons)
"One benefit of the economics programme is that all first year modules are uniform across a few different degrees. This means if you’re not sure whether you want to do pure economics, or maybe add in some finance or business, you have time to decide and switch later. This is something I know a lot of people took advantage of."
Learn more about the qualifications we typically accept to study this course at Surrey.
Select your country
If you are studying for Australian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Australia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) equivalent | Overall Position (OP) score |
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AAA | 96 | 3 |
AAB | 94 | 4 |
ABB | 92 | 5 |
BBB | 90 | 6 |
BBC | 88 | 7 |
BCC | 86 | 8 |
CCC | 84 | 9 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific-subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Northern Territory | South Australia | Western Australia | Other states/territories |
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Grade A | A (17-19) | A | Please contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk | |
Grade B | B (14-16) | B | Please contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: Year 10 Certificate, English C.
- Mathematics: Year 10 Certificate, Mathematics C.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Austrian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Austria.
UK requirement (A-level) | Matura (Reifeprüfung) equivalent |
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A*AA | 1 in two subjects and 2 in all other subjects |
AAA | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
AAB | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
ABB | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
BBB | 2 overall |
BBC | 2.2 overall |
BCC | 2.4 overall |
CCC | 2.6 overall |
CCD | 2.8 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura (Reifeprüfung) equivalent |
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Grade A | 1 |
Grade B | 2 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Matura (Reifeprüfung), English 2 (gut).
Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 4 (genugend) |
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Grade B GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 3 (befriedigend) |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 2 (gut) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Azerbaijan.
If you are studying for a Bangladeshi Higher Secondary Certificate qualification, you must obtain a GPA of 5 out of 5 or 80% to apply for our undergraduate courses.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Higher Secondary Certificate equivalent |
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Grade A | 80% |
Grade B | 80% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: Higher Secondary Certificate/Intermediate Certificate, Mathematics 60-69.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Belgian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Belgium.
UK requirement (A-level) | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS)/ Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs / Diploma van de hogere Secudaire Technische School / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundar unterrichts equivalent |
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A*AA | 16/20 or 8/10 or 80% |
AAA | 15.5/20 or 7.8/10 or 78% |
AAB | 15/20 or 7.5/10 or 75% |
ABB | 14.5/20 or 7.3/10 or 73% |
BBB | 14/20, 7/10 or 70% |
BBC | 14/20 or 6.5/10 or 68% |
BCC | 13.5/20 or 6.5/10 or 65% |
CCC | 13/20, 6.5/10 or 65% |
CCD | 12/20, 6/10 or 60% |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) equivalent |
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Grade A | 16/20 |
Grade B | 14/20 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs equivalent |
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Grade A | 8/10 |
Grade B | 7/10 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 12/20 or 6/10 or 60% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 10/20 or 5/10 or 50% |
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Grade B GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 14/20 or 7/10 or 70% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 11/20 or 6/10 or 55% |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 16/20 or 8/10 or 80% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 12/20 or 6/10 or 60% |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Botswana.
The Certificado de Conclusão de Ensino Médio/Certificado de Conclusão de Segundo Grau is considered for entry onto our Foundation Years at Surrey. On the course page on our website, please check to see if there is an option for a Foundation Year before making a UCAS application.
- Cambridge O-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs. - Cambridge A-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
If you are studying for Bulgarian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Bulgaria.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie equivalent |
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A*AA | 5.8 |
AAA | 5.7 |
AAB | 5.6 |
ABB | 5.5 |
BBB | 5.3 |
BBC | 5.1 |
BCC | 4.9 |
CCC | 4.7 |
CCD | 4.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie equivalent |
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Grade A | 5.7 |
Grade B | 5.3 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Pass/3 |
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Grade B GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Good/4 |
Grade A GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Good/4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Canadian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Canada. Please contact the admissions team if you are studying in Quebec, or an institution delivering the Quebec curriculum.
UK requirement (A-level) | Ontario | British Columbia | Other provinces and territories (excluding Quebec) |
---|---|---|---|
Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma equivalent | |||
A*AA | 80% in six courses | Two As and three Bs | 80% in five courses |
AAA | 80% in six courses | 80% / One A and four Bs | 80% in five courses |
AAB | 75% in six courses | 75% / Five Bs | 75% in five courses |
ABB | 70% in six courses | 70% / Four Bs and one C | 70% in five courses |
BBB | 65% in six courses | 65% / Three Bs and two Cs | 65% in five courses |
BBC | 60% in six courses | 60% / One B and four Cs | 60% in five courses |
BCC | 55% in six courses | 55% / Five Cs | 55% in five courses |
CCC | 50% in six courses | 50% / Four Cs and one D | 50% in five courses |
When a specific subject is required, that subject should be taken in grade 12 of the High School Diploma.
Single Subject Grade | Ontario | British Columbia | Other provinces (excluding Quebec) |
---|---|---|---|
A | 80% | A | 80% |
B | 75% | B | 75% |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English: Applicants who have completed Grade 12 Canadian High School/Secondary School qualifications should achieve grade B or 75% in a grade 12 English module. Applicants who were not required to take grade 12 English, or did not reach the required grade, will be required to take a recognised English language test.
Mathematics: Grade 11 Secondary School Diploma, Mathematics Pass.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We accept the Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) for direct entry to Year 1 UG programmes. Please see the table below for our grade equivalencies:
UK requirement (A-level) | Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) |
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AAA | 80% |
AAB | 78% |
ABB | 73% |
BBB | 70% |
BBC | 68% |
BCC | 65% |
CCC | 63% |
Where there is a subject-specific requirement, students should achieve the same % in that subject (e.g. if Maths is a requirement of a BBB subject, the student should achieve 74% in Maths). Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate and IELTS required.
For further information on these entry requirements, please explore our dedicated China site (中文网站).
If you are studying for Croatian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Croatia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 5 |
AAA | 4.8 |
AAB | 4.5 |
ABB | 4.3 |
BBB | 4 |
BBC | 3.8 |
BCC | 3.6 |
CCC | 3.4 |
CCD | 3.2 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Svjedodžba o Dravnoj Maturi equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 |
Grade B | 4 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 2 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 2.5 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 3 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Cypriot qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Cyprus.
Please note: If you are studying in Northern Cyprus and are looking for our Lise Diplomasi equivalents please visit our Turkey page.
UK requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent | Apolytirion equivalent (private school, out of 100) |
---|---|---|
A*AA | 19.5 and one A at A-level | |
AAA | 19.5 | 93 |
AAB | 19 | 91 |
ABB | 18.5 | 88 |
BBB | 18 | 86 |
BBC | 17.5 | 83 |
BCC | 17 | 81 |
CCC | 16.5 | 78 |
CCD | 16 | 76 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 19 |
Grade B | 18 |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 14 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Czech qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Czech Republic.
UK requirement (A-level) | Maturitní zkoušce/Maturita equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 1 overall with no less than 2 in any subject and at least two scores of 1 |
AAA | 1.3 overall with no less than 2 in any subject and at least one score of 1 |
AAB | 1.5 overall with no less than 2 in any subject |
ABB | 1.7 overall with no less than 2.5 in any subject |
BBB | 2 overall |
BBC | 2.5 overall |
BCC | 2.7 overall |
CCC | 3 overall |
CCD | 3.5 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Maturitní zkoušce/Maturita equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 1 |
Grade B | 2 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
Grade C | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 4 (*Dostatecny*). |
---|---|
Grade B | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 3 (*Dobrý*). |
Grade A | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 3 (*Dobrý*). |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Danish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Denmark.
UK requirement (A-level) | Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF), Højere Handelseksamen (HHX), Højere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX), Studentereksamen (STX) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 12 |
AAA | 12 |
AAB | 10 |
ABB | 10 |
BBB | 7 |
BBC | 7 |
BCC | 7 |
CCC | 4 |
CCD | 4 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 10 |
Grade B | 7 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 7. If you have taken the Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove then we will require IELTs.
- Mathematics:
Grade C | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 02 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 7 |
---|---|
Grade B | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 04 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 10 |
Grade A | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 04 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 12 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Egypt.
If you are studying for Estonian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Estonia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Certificate) equivalent with the Riigieksamitunnistus |
---|---|
A*AA | 95% overall and scores of 5.0 in at least three individual subjects |
AAA | 90% overall and scores of 5.0 in at least three individual subjects |
AAB | 85% overall and scores of 4.5 in at least three individual subjects |
ABB | 80% overall and scores of 4.5 in at least three individual subjects |
BBB | 75% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
BBC | 70% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
BCC | 65% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
CCC | 60% overall and scores of 3.5 in at least three individual subjects |
CCD | 60% overall and scores of 3.5 in at least three individual subjects |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Certificate) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 90% (state exam) or 5.0 (school exam) |
Grade B | 85% (state exam) or 4.5 (school exam) |
*If maths is required A-Level subject then the student must have studied "Extensive mathematics" (not Narrow Mathematics)*
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English
- IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 3 |
---|---|
Grade B | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 4 |
Grade A | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Finnish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Finland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | L E E M |
AAA | E E M M |
AAB | E M M M |
ABB | E M M M |
BBB | M M M M |
BBC | M M M C |
BCC | M M M C |
CCC | C C C C |
CCD | C C C B |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | E |
Grade B | M |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English:
Ylioppilastukintotodistus / Studentexamensbetyg - M / 5
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, A / 2 |
---|---|
Grade B | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, B / 3 |
Grade A | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, C / 4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for French qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for France.
UK requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 14 |
AAB | 13.5 |
ABB | 13 |
BBB | 12.5 |
BBC | 12 |
BCC | 11.5 |
CCC | 11 |
CCD | 10.5 |
UK requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 14 |
AAB | 13 |
ABB | 13 |
BBB | 12 |
BBC | 11.5 |
BCC | 11 |
CCC | 11 |
CCD | 10.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 14 |
Grade B | 13 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | Same as overall requirement |
Grade B | Same as overall requirement |
Where Mathematics is a required A-level subject, we expect you to study Spécialité Maths (Advanced Maths) in Terminale; however, where Mathematics is required as a second Science subject, we will accept Maths Complémentaires (General Maths) in Terminale. For Engineering courses that ask for Physics as a required subject, we will accept Engineering Sciences.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English:
- Baccalauréat, English, 12.
- OIB, English, 10.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 10 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
Alternatively, where Mathematics is not studied as part of the Baccalauréat, we will accept Mathematics studies until the end of Seconde, where evidence can be provided of 10/20 in school assessments.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for German qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Germany.
UK requirement (A-level) | Abitur equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 1.6 |
AAB | 1.8 |
ABB | 2.0 |
BBB | 2.2 |
BBC | 2.4 |
BCC | 2.6 |
CCC | 2.8 |
CCD | 3.0 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Abitur equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 13/15 |
Grade B | 12/15 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Abitur - 10 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 2 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Abitur - 11 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 2 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Abitur - 11 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 1 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Ghanaian Senior Secondary School Certificate.
If you are studying for Greek qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Greece.
UK requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 19.5 and one A at A-level |
AAA | 19.5 |
AAB | 19 |
ABB | 18.5 |
BBB | 18 |
BBC | 17.5 |
BCC | 17 |
CCC | 16.5 |
CCD | 16 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 19 |
Grade B | 18 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 14 in a mathematics-based subject |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We welcome applicants with Pan-Hellenic qualifications, although these will not form part of any offer made.
If you are studying for a qualification in Hong Kong, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Hong Kong.
UK requirement (A-level) | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) equivalent | Associate Degree, Higher Certificate or Higher Diploma - 1st year entry | Associate Degree, Higher Certificate or Higher Diploma - 2nd year entry |
---|---|---|---|
AAA | 554 to include two electives | 3.1 overall | 3.3 overall |
AAB | 544 to include two electives | 3.0 overall | 3.2 overall |
ABB | 444 to include two electives | 2.9 overall | 3.1 overall |
BBB | 443 to include two electives | 2.8 overall | 3.0 overall |
BBC | 433 to include two electives | 2.7 overall | 3.0 overall |
BCC | 333 to include two electives | 2.6 overall | 3.0 overall |
CCC | 332 to include two electives | 2.5 overall | 3.0 overall |
Associate degrees
If you have an associate degree, you can apply for first or second year entry.
For 1st year entrants:
- You must meet the subject requirements, either through the secondary or post-secondary studies
For 2nd year entrants:
- You must have covered the modules and content included in the first year of the Surrey degree course (as assessed by the appropriate admissions tutor). Your secondary qualifications (e.g. HKDSE) will also be taken into account during your application.
We do not include Liberal Studies in our offers.
If you do not meet the entry requirements, you can apply to study for an International Foundation Year at our International Study Centre, which will prepare you for a full undergraduate degree course.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 (elective) |
Grade B | 4 (elective) |
When A-level Maths is a required subject, the extended part of HKDSE Maths is required.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), English 4.
Mathematics: Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), Mathematics 3.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for a Hungarian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Hungary.
UK requirement (A-level) | Érettségi/Matura equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 5, 5 in three intermediate level subjects |
AAB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 5, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
ABB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 4, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
BBB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
BBC | 5, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 5, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
BCC | 5, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
CCC | 4, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
CCD | 4, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 3 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Érettségi/Matura equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 5 at Advanced level at 75% or above |
Grade B | 5 Advanced level at 70% or above |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, pass (2). |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, average (3). |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, average (3). |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for an Indian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for India.
UK requirement (A-level) to Standard XII equivalent:
A-levels | ICSE/CBSE/ISC boards | West Bengal board | Other boards |
---|---|---|---|
A*AA | 90% | 80% | 92% |
AAA | 85% | 75% | 90% |
AAB | 80% | 70% | 85% |
ABB | 75% | 65% | 80% |
BBB | 70% | 60% | 75% |
BBC | 65% | 55% | 70% |
BCC | 60% | 50% | 65% |
CCC | 55% | 45% | 60% |
Subject requirements
UK subject requirement (A-level) | ICSE/CBSE/ISC boards | West Bengal board | Other boards |
---|---|---|---|
Standard XII equivalent | |||
Grade A | 80% | 75% | 85% |
Grade B | 70% | 65% | 75% |
Grade C | 60% | 55% | 65% |
Grade D | 50% | 45% | 55% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard XII , English 70% from CBSE or ISC exam boards
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard XII, English 80% from the majority of Indian state boards (excluding Haryana, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana/U.P./Bihar/Gujrat/Punjab).
Mathematics:
40% in either of the following All India Standard X qualifications:
- All India Secondary School Examination (Exam board = Central Board of Secondary Education)
- Indian Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (Exam board = Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi)
Alternatively, 50% in Standard X from a state board.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Indonesia.
If you are studying for an Iranian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Iran.
UK requirement (A-level) | Peeshdaneshgahe (Pre-University Certificate) (up until 2019), National University Entrance Examination (Kunkur) |
---|---|
AAA - AAB | 16/20 overall |
ABB - BBB | 14/20 overall |
BBC | 13/20 overall |
BCC | 12/20 overall |
CCC | 11/20 overall |
Award of the High School Diploma (Theoretical Stream, post-2019) studied between 4-5 years, with an overall grade of 14*. The Technical and Vocational stream and Work and Knowledge stream will not be acceptable for direct entry.
*dependent on subject requirements
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Iraq.
If you are studying for an Irish qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Ireland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | H2, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 |
AAB | H2, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 |
ABB | H2, H2, H2, H3, H3, H3 |
BBB | H2, H3, H3, H3, H3, H3 |
BBC | H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 |
BCC | H3, H3, H3, H4, H4, H4 |
CCC | H3, H4, H4, H4, H4, H4 |
CCD | H4, H4, H4, H4, H5, H5 H4, H4, H4, H4, O1, O1 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | H2 |
Grade B | H3 |
We will look at the QQI Level 5 Certificate on a case by case basis depending on module relevance to chosen degree programme. Please contact Admissions for more information.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English and mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O4 |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O3 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O3 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for an Italian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Italy.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diploma conseguito con l’Esame di Stato equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 96 |
AAA | 95 |
AAB | 90 |
ABB | 85 |
BBB | 80 |
BBC | 75 |
BCC | 70 |
CCC | 65 |
CCD | 60 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Individual subject mark |
---|---|
Grade A | 9/10 |
Grade B | 8/10 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (6) |
---|---|
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (6) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (7) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Upper Secondary School Certificate.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Jordan.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Kazakhstan.
Accepted qualifications
- Kenyan Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs. - Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate (COHSC)
- East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE)
- Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE)
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Kuwait.
If you are studying for a Latvian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Latvia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību equivalent |
---|---|
AAA | 9.5 overall with at least 80% in three state exams |
AAB | 9.0 overall with at least 80% in three state exams |
ABB | 8.5 with at least 80% in three state exams |
BBB | 8.0 – with at least 80% in one state exam and 75% in 2 state exams |
BBC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in three state exams |
BCC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in two state exams and 70% in one state exam |
CCC | 7.0 - with at least 75% in one state exams and 70% in two state exams |
CCD | 6.5 - with at least 70% in three state exams |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 90% |
Grade B | 90% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (4) |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (5) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (6) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the General Secondary Education Certificate.
If you are studying for a Lithuanian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Lithuania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Brandos Atestatas equivalent |
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A*AA | 9.5 – with at least 95% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
AAA | 9.0 – with at least 90% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
AAB | 9.0 – with at least 87% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
ABB | 8.5 – with at least 85% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BBB | 8.0 – with at least 80% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BBC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
BCC | 7.0 - with at least 75% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
CCC | 7.0 - with at least 70% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
CCD | 6.5 with at least 70% in three state exams |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Brandos Atestatas equivalent |
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Grade A | 90% |
Grade B | 80% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 6 |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 7 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 7 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for qualifications from Luxembourg, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Luxembourg.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires equivalent |
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A*AA | 51 |
AAA | 48 |
AAB | 46 |
ABB | 44 |
BBB | 42 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires equivalent |
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Grade A | 48 |
Grade B | 39 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: *Certificat de Fin d'études Moyennes*, Maths 40-47.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for a Malaysian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses.
Suitably qualified applicants can be considered for Year 2 entry. Please refer enquiries to international@surrey.ac.uk.
The table below shows grade equivalencies for Malaysia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) equivalent |
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A*AA | A, A-, A- |
AAA | A-, A-, A- |
AAB | A-, A-, B+ |
ABB | A-, B+, B+ |
BBB | B+, B+, B+ |
BBC | B-, B-, C+ |
BCC | B-, B-, C+ |
CCC | B-, C+, C+ |
UK requirement (A-level) | Matrikulasi equivalent | Diploma equivalent (considered on a case-by-case basis) |
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AAA | CGPA 3.4 | CGPA 3.20 |
AAB | CGPA 3.3 | CGPA 3.10 |
ABB | CGPA 3.2 | CGPA 3.00 |
BBB | CGPA 3.1 | CGPA 2.90 |
BBC | CGPA 3.0 | CGPA 2.90 |
BCC | CGPA 2.9 | CGPA 2.80 |
CCC | CGPA 2.8 | CGPA 2.70 |
UK requirement (A-level) | Unified Examination Certificate |
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AAB | B3 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
ABB | B3 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BBB | B4 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BBC | B4 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
BCC | B5 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
CCC | B5 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) equivalent |
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Grade A | A- |
Grade B | B+ |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matrikulasi equivalent |
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Grade A | 3.67 |
Grade B | 3.33 |
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) |
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Grade A | A2 |
Grade B | B4 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) English with CEFR grade B2 in all components OR Pre-2021, Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), 1119 Advanced English C.
Mathematics: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), Mathematics C.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Maltese qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Malta.
UK requirement (A-level) | MEC Advanced | MEC Intermediate |
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AAA | AA | AAA |
AAB | AB | AAB |
ABB | AB | ABB |
BBB | BBB | BB |
BBC | BC | BBC |
BCC | BC | BCC |
CCC | CC | CCC |
CCD | CD | CCD |
Please note: you will need the Advanced and Intermediate, so for BBB in the UK A-levels we would ask for BB MEC Advanced and BBB MEC Intermediate.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Advanced Matriculation Certificate equivalent |
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Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Secondary Education Certificate, English, 3
Mathematics:
Grade C/4 | Secondary Education Certificate, 5. |
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Grade B/5 | Secondary Education Certificate, 4. |
Grade A/7 | Secondary Education Certificate, 2 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We accept the following qualifications:
GCE O-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs.Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate/GCE Advanced Level
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
We do not accept the Diplomă de Bacalaureat from Moldova for year 1 entry. However, a foundation course or evidence of further study will be considered.
If you are studying for qualifications in the Netherlands, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for the Netherlands.
UK requirement (A-level) | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) |
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AAA | 8 |
AAB | 7.8 |
ABB | 7.4 |
BBB | 7.2 |
BBC | 7 |
BCC | 6.8 |
CCC | 6.6 |
CCD | 6.4 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK requirement (A-level) | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) |
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Grade A | 8.0 |
Grade B | 7.5 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 8
Mathematics:
Grade C | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6 |
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Grade B | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6 |
Grade A | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6.5 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for New Zealand qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for New Zealand.
UK requirement (A-level) | Grade equivalence |
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AAA | NCEA Level 3 with Excellence endorsement |
AAB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 30 level 3 credits at Excellence |
ABB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 27 level 3 credits at Excellence |
BBB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 24 Level 3 credits at Excellence |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), Level 3 equivalent |
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Grade A | 20 Level 3 credits in the required subject, with Excellence (E) in 15 credits. |
Grade B | 20 Level 3 credits in the required subject, with Excellence (E) in 12 credits. |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), English, Achieved.
Mathematics: National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), Mathematics, Achieved.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) from Nigeria.
If you are studying for Norwegian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Norway.
UK requirement (A-level) | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole equivalent |
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A*AA | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 5.0 overall |
AAA | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.5 overall |
AAB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.5 overall |
ABB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.0 overall |
BBB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.0 overall |
BBC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 3.5 overall |
BCC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 3.0 overall |
CCC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 2.5 overall |
CCD | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 2.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole equivalent |
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Grade A | 4.5 |
Grade B | 4.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole, English 4.
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) /Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2 (Pass) |
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GCSE B Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2.5 (Pass) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2.5 (Pass) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Oman.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in the Middle East.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
If you are a student from Brazil then take a look at the country-specific entry requirements.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in South Asia.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in South East Asia.
We do not accept the Intermediate/Higher Secondary Certificate from Pakistan.
If you are studying for Polish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Poland.
UK requirement (A-level) | Świadectwo Dojrzałości equivalent |
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A*AA | 90 per cent in all written standard level subjects including three extended level subjects, each at 90 per cent. |
AAA | 90 per cent in all written standard level subjects including three extended level subjects, each at 85 per cent. |
AAB | 85 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 80 per cent. |
ABB | 80 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 75 per cent. |
BBB | 75 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 70 per cent. |
BBC | 70 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 65 per cent. |
BCC | 70 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 60 per cent. |
CCC | 60 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 60 per cent. |
CCD | 60 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 55 per cent. |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Świadectwo Dojrzałości/Matura equivalent |
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Grade A | 80 per cent at extended level. |
Grade B | 70 per cent at extended level. |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości*/*Matura*, 30% |
Grade B | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości /*Matura*, 30% |
Grade A | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości*/*Matura*, 40% |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Portuguese qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Portugal.
UK requirement (A-level) | Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários / Diploma Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Certificado Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Diploma de Ensino Secundario / Certidao do Decimo Segundo Ano / Certificado de Habilitacoes do Ensino Secundario equivalent |
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AAA | 17< |
AAB | 16.5 |
ABB | 16 |
BBB | 15.5 |
BBC | 15 |
BCC | 14.5 |
CCC | 14 |
CCD | 13.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários / Diploma Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Certificado Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Diploma de Ensino Secundario / Certidao do Decimo Segundo Ano / Certificado de Habilitacoes do Ensino Secundario equivalent |
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Grade A | 17 |
Grade B | 16 |
Where maths is a required subject at A-level, applicants will be required to achieve Certifcado de fim de Estudos Secundarios maths at 17 for A-level Grade A, 16 for Grade B and 15 for Grade C.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 10 |
Grade B | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 11 |
Grade A | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 12 |
If maths does not appear in the final Certifcado de fim de Estudos Secundarios (or other named qualifications above) or if the above grades were not met, we can accept maths in the Y9 high school transcript at the following grades:
GCSE C | 3/5 |
GCSE B | 4/5 |
GCSE A | 5/5 |
We do not accept Qatar school leaving qualifications.
If you are studying for Romanian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Romania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Diplomă de Bacalaureat equivalent |
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A*AA | 9.3 overall |
AAA | 9.0 overall |
AAB | 8.5 overall |
ABB | 8.0 overall |
BBB | 8.0 overall |
BBC | 7.5 overall |
BCC | 6.0 overall |
CCC | 6.5 overall |
CCD | 6.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diplomă de Bacalaureat equivalent |
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Grade A | 9.0 |
Grade B | 8.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C |
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Grade B |
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Grade A |
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Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Certificate of Secondary (Complete) General Education.
We do not accept the Tawjihiyah (General Secondary Education Certificate).
If you are studying for Singaporean qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Singapore.
UK requirement (A-level) | Singapore/Cambridge A-levels (H2) equivalent |
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AAA | AAB |
AAB | ABB |
ABB | BBB |
BBB | BBC |
BBC | BCC |
BCC | CCC |
CCC | CCD |
UK requirement (A-level) | Singapore Polytechnic Diploma equivalent |
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A*AA | GPA of 3.2 |
AAA | GPA of 3.1 |
AAB | GPA of 3.0 |
ABB | GPA of 2.9 |
BBB | GPA of 2.8 |
BBC | GPA of 2.7 |
BCC | GPA of 2.6 |
CCC | GPA of 2.5 |
Suitably qualified applicants can be considered for Year 2 entry. Please refer enquiries to international@surrey.ac.uk.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Singapore/Cambridge A-levels (H2) equivalent |
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Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and Mathematics.
English: Singapore/Cambridge O-level English at grade C. The Singapore Integrated Programme satisfies the English requirement.
Mathematics: Singapore/Cambridge O-level mathematics at grade C. The Singapore Integrated Programme satisfies the mathematics requirement.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Slovakian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Slovakia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Maturitná skúška equivalent |
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A*AA | 1.0 |
AAA | 1.5 |
AAB | 1.5 |
ABB | 2.0 |
BBB | 2.0 |
BBC | 2.2 |
BCC | 2.4 |
CCC | 2.6 |
CCD | 2.8 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Maturitná skúška equivalent |
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Grade A | 1.5 |
Grade B | 2.0 |
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 4 (Dostatocny) |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 3 (Dobry) |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 3 (Dobry) |
Alternatively, where mathematics is not studied as part of the Maturitná skúška, we will accept mathematics in the Y11 or Y12 high school transcript at the same grades outlined above.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Slovenian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Slovenia.
UK requirement (A-level) | Matura Spricevalo equivalent |
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AAA | 25 points overall |
AAB | 24 points overall |
ABB | 23 points overall |
BBB | 22 points overall |
BBC | 21 points overall |
BCC | 20 points overall |
CCC | 19 points overall |
CCD | 18 points overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level.
Subjects that ask specifically for mathematics or require English A-Level (English Literature BA or English Literature with Creative Writing BA):
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura equivalent |
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Grade A | 7 at higher level |
Grade B | 6 at higher level |
For all other required subjects and where mathematics is a second science:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura equivalent |
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Grade A | 5 at standard level |
Grade B | 4 at standard level |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
Grade C | Matura Spricevalo 2.0 |
Grade B | Matura Spricevalo 2.0 |
Grade A | Matura Spricevalo 3.0 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for South African qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for South Africa.
UK requirement (A-level) | Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement) |
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AAA | 77666 |
AAB | 76666 |
ABB | 76666 |
BBB | 66666 |
BBC | 66655 |
BCC | 66555 |
CCC | 55555 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement) equivalent |
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Grade A | 7 |
Grade B | 6 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement), English 5.
Mathematics: Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement), Mathematical Literacy 5 or Maths 4.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the High School Diploma.
If you are studying for Spanish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Spain.
UK requirement (A-level) | Título de Bachillerato equivalent |
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A*AA | 9.0 overall |
AAA | 8.5 overall |
AAB | 8.0 overall |
ABB | 7.8 overall |
BBB | 7.5 overall |
BBC | 7.3 overall |
BCC | 7.0 overall |
CCC | 6.5 overall |
CCD | 6.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Título de Bachillerato equivalent |
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Grade A | 9.0 |
Grade B | 8.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS required
Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 5 / Titulo de Bachillerato 5 |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 6 / Titulo de Bachillerato 5 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 7/ Titulo de Bachillerato 6 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Sri Lankan qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Sri Lanka:
UK requirement (A-level) | Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) equivalent |
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A*AA | AAA |
AAA | AAA |
AAB | AAB |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
BBC | BBC |
BCC | BCC |
CCC | CCC |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) equivalent |
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Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: Cambridge O-level, English at grade C
Mathematics: Cambridge/Sri Lankan O-level, mathematics at grade C
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Swedish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Sweden.
UK requirement (A-level) | Avgångsbetyg/Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola/Högskoleförberedande examen equivalent |
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AAA | A grades in the majority of subjects (18.5 points) |
AAB | A and B grades in the majority of subjects (18 points) |
ABB | B grades in the majority of subjects (17.5 points) |
BBB | B grades in the majority of subjects (17 points) |
BBC | B grades in the majority of subjects (16.5 points) |
BCC | B and C grades in the majority of subjects (15.5 points) |
CCC | B and C grades in the majority of subjects (14.5 points) |
CCD | C grades in the majority of subjects (13.5 points) |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola examen equivalent |
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Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Grade C | C |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
GCSE English:
Courses requiring GCSE English Language C (4) or B (5) - English 6 grade C or English 5 grade B in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
Courses requiring GCSE English Language Grade A / 7 – English 6 at Grade B in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
GCSE Mathematics
Courses requiring GCSE Mathematics Grade C (4) or B (5) – Maths at Grade E in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
Courses requiring GCSE Mathematics Grade A / 7 – Maths at Grade D in one of the following qualifications
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
If you are studying for Swiss qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Switzerland.
UK requirement (A-level) | French speaking - Certificat de Maturite / Certificat de Maturie Catonal reconnu par la Confederatio German speaking - Katonales Maturitatszeugnis / Maturitat Italian speaking - Attestato di Maturita / Attestato di Maturita Cantonale Riconosciuto dalla Confederzione |
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AAA | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 5.0 overall |
AAB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 5.0 overall |
ABB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.8 overall |
BBB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.5 overall |
BBC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.4 overall |
BCC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.3 overall |
CCC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.2 overall |
CCD | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.1 overall |
Subject equivalent
- Grade A: Matura 5.0
- Grade B: Matura 4.5
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English and Mathematics:
GCSE C Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.0 |
GCSE B Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.1 |
GCSE A Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.2 |
For the minimum standard for GCSE Mathematics only we can also accept:
- GCSE C Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.0
- GCSE B Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.1
- GCSE A Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.2
If you studied the Certificat de Culture Generale then we may need an IELTS or equivalent to meet our minimum standards for English Language.
We do not accept the Senior High School Leaving Certificate.
If you are studying for Tanzanian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Tanzania.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) |
---|---|
AAA | AAA |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
CCC | CCC |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
- English Language: Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) at grade C.
- Mathematics: Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) at grade C.
We do not accept the Senior High School Leaving Certificate.
If you are studying for Turkish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Turkiye.
UK requirement (A-level) | Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 85% |
AAA | 80% |
AAB | 75% |
ABB | 70% |
BBB | 70% |
BBC | Lise Diplomasi with 65% in the final year |
BCC | Lise Diplomasi with 60% in the final year |
CCC | Lise Diplomasi with 55% in the final year |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | 80% |
Grade B | 70% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: Lise Bitirme Diplomasi Mathematics, 3, or 55% in Grade 10 or above.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Ugandan qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Uganda.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (UACE) |
---|---|
AAA | AAA |
ABB | ABB |
BBB | BBB |
BBC | BBC |
CCC | CCC |
CCD | CCD |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Ugandan Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) equivalent |
---|---|
Grade A | A |
Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), 6.
Mathematics: East African Certificate of Education (EACE), Mathematics 6, or, Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), 6.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept Ukrainian school leaving qualifications.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications.
If you are studying for American qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. We are able to consider a combination of any three test scores at the appropriate level (e.g. 2 APs and 1 SAT Subject Test). Honours and College level class content can also be reviewed on case-by-case basis by our Admissions Team.
The table below shows grade equivalencies for the United States of America.
UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Placement (AP) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 555 |
AAA | 555 |
AAB | 554 |
ABB | 544 |
BBB | 444 |
BBC | 443 |
BCC | 433 |
CCC | 333 |
UK requirement (A-level) | SAT equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 1350 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
AAA | 1350 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
AAB | 1320 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
ABB | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 650 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BBB | 1290 in the SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing, and Mathematics Tests (combined) and 650 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BBC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 600 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
BCC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 550 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
CCC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 500 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
*Please see the latest update from the College Board regarding SAT Subject Tests.
UK requirement (A-level) | American College Testing (ACT) equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
AAA | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
AAB | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
ABB | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BBB | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BBC | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
BCC | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
CCC | 27 (from a single exam sitting) |
UK requirement (A-level) | Associate degree equivalent |
---|---|
A*AA | 3.3 |
AAA | 3.3 |
AAB | 3.3 |
ABB | 3.2 |
BBB | 3.2 |
BBC | 3.2 |
BCC | 3.2 |
CCC | 3.1 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
UK subject requirement (A-level) | Advanced Placement (AP) equivalent | SAT Subject Test |
---|---|---|
Grade A | 5 | 700 |
Grade B | 4 | 650 |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English: Grade 12 High School Diploma, English C.
Mathematics: Grade 12 High School Diploma, Mathematics C.
Alternatively, an overall SAT score of 1290/1600 (critical reading, writing and mathematics) with a minimum of 600 in each component.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma.
Please refer to the entry requirements for the country where your High School qualifications originate from, or the relevant UK qualifications on the course page. For information on entry requirements based on an International Foundation Year, please contact the admissions team with details about where you are taking your International Foundation Year, and the content you are studying.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Algeria.
We do not accept the Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Ordinary level.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Morocco.
Overall
- BSc (Hons):
- AAB
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- CCC
Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass the practical element.
GCSE or equivalent: GCSE English Language at Grade 4 (C). Additionally, GCSE Mathematics at Grade 7 (A) is usually required but applicants with GCSE Maths at Grade 6 (B) and GCSE Physics or Chemistry at grade 7 (A) are also encouraged to apply.
Applicants with GCSE Maths 6 (B) and a Level 3 Core Maths qualification at grade B or A-level Economics A-level grade B (achieved or predicted) will also be considered. Applicants for the foundation year will be considered with Maths at Grade 6 (B). Applicants must have achieved the required GCSE grades at the time of making their application.
Overall
- BSc (Hons):
- DDD
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- MMM
GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C) and Mathematics at Grade 7 (A). Applicants must have achieved these grades at the time of making their application.
Overall
- BSc (Hons):
- 34
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- 29
GCSE or equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6 and Mathematics (either course) HL4/SL4.
Overall
- BSc (Hons):
- 82%
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- 68%
GCSE or equivalent: Maths 7 and either English Language (1/2) 6 or English Language (3)7.
Overall
- BSc (Hons):
- QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 level 3 credits overall including 39 at Distinction and 6 at Merit. Additionally, A-level Mathematics grade B is required.
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 level 3 credits overall including 21 at Distinction, 3 at Merit and 21 at Pass. Additionally, A-level Mathematics grade B is required.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C) and Mathematics at Grade 7 (A). Applicants must have achieved these grades at the time of making their application.
Overall
- BSc (Hons):
- AAABB
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- BBBCC
GCSE or equivalent: English Language - Scottish National 5 - C. Maths - Scottish National 5 - A. Applicants must have achieved the Scottish national grades at the time of making their application.
Overall
- BSc (Hons):
- Pass overall with AAB from a combination of the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels.
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year:
- Pass overall with CCC from a combination of the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels.
Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass the practical element.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language and Mathematics – Numeracy as part of the Welsh Baccalaureate. Please check the A-level drop down for the required GCSE levels.
Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A-level offer for this programme, plus an alternate offer of one A-level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects.
Applicants can only receive one grade reduction from the published grades, an EPQ grade reduction can’t be applied in addition to other grade reductions made through other schemes such as Contextual Admissions or In2Surrey.
English language requirements
IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in each other element.
View the other English language qualifications that we accept.
If you do not currently meet the level required for your programme, we offer intensive pre-sessional English language courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.
International Foundation Year
If you are an international student and you don’t meet the entry requirements for this degree, we offer the International Foundation Year at the Surrey International Study Centre. Upon successful completion, you can progress to this degree course.
Selection process
We normally make offers in terms of grades.
If you are a suitable candidate you may be invited to an offer holder event. During your visit to the University you can find out more about the course and meet staff and students.
Recognition of prior learning
We recognise that many students enter their higher education course with valuable knowledge and skills developed through a range of professional, vocational and community contexts.
If this applies to you, the recognition of prior learning (RPL) process may allow you to join a course without the formal entry requirements or enter your course at a point appropriate to your previous learning and experience.
There are restrictions on RPL for some courses and fees may be payable for certain claims. Please see the code of practice for recognition of prior learning and prior credit: taught programmes (PDF) for further information.
Contextual offers
Did you know eligible students receive support through their application to Surrey, which could include a grade reduction on offer?
Fees
Explore UKCISA’s website for more information if you are unsure whether you are a UK or overseas student. View the list of fees for all undergraduate courses.
Payment schedule
- Students with Tuition Fee Loan: the Student Loans Company pay fees in line with their schedule.
- Students without a Tuition Fee Loan: pay their fees either in full at the beginning of the programme or in two instalments as follows:
- 50% payable 10 days after the invoice date (expected to be early October of each academic year)
- 50% in January of the same academic year.
The exact date(s) will be on invoices. Students on part-time programmes where fees are paid on a modular basis, cannot pay fees by instalment.
- Sponsored students: must provide us with valid sponsorship information that covers the period of study.
Professional training placement fees
If you are studying on a programme which contains a Professional Training placement year there will be a reduced fee for the academic year in which you undertake your placement. This is normally confirmed 12 to 18 months in advance, or once Government policy is determined.
Additional costs
There are no required additional costs associated with this course.
Optional expenses
You may wish to purchase a STATA software licence for six to 12 months – £35 to £75 approximately. You may also want to buy an EViews software licence – £35.
These additional costs are accurate as of September 2023 and apply to the 2024 year of entry. Costs for 2025 entry will be published in September 2024.
Our award-winning Professional Training placement scheme gives you the chance to spend a year in industry, either in the UK or abroad.
We have thousands of placement providers to choose from, most of which offer pay. So, become one of our many students who have had their lives and career choices transformed.
Economics placements
Our Professional Training placements offer you the opportunity to put your skills and understanding of economics into practice. You’ll be able to gain invaluable experience for your future career.
Placements are available in a range of organisations, including large corporations, city institutions and government departments.
Some examples of organisations that students have worked with include:
- Bank of England
- Ericsson
- Hewlett Packard Enterprise
- Menzies LLP
- Morgan Stanley
- Reckitt Benckiser
- The Walt Disney Company.
Applying for placements
Students are generally not placed by the University. But we offer support and guidance throughout the process, with access to a vacancy site of placement opportunities.
Find out more about the application process.
"I would absolutely recommend a placement year to anyone. It’s a great opportunity to see what kind of work environment you like to work in, understand a specific sector or industry, and significantly improve your employment prospects."
Study and work abroad
Studying at Surrey opens a world of opportunity. Take advantage of our study and work abroad partnerships, explore the world, and expand your skills for the graduate job market.
The opportunities abroad vary depending on the course, but options include study exchanges, work/research placements, summer programmes, and recent graduate internships. Financial support is available through various grants and bursaries, as well as Student Finance.
Perhaps you would like to volunteer in India or learn about Brazilian business and culture in São Paulo during your summer holidays? With 140+ opportunities in 36+ different countries worldwide, there is something for everyone.
Partner institutions
We encourage you to add an international experience to your degree by studying overseas during your second year (typically in the autumn).
Our international partner universities include:
- Monash University, Australia
- University of Sydney, Australia
- Singapore Management University, Singapore
- Brock University, Canada
- George Mason University, USA
- Ryerson University, Canada
- The University of Hong Kong, China
- University of North Carolina at Wilmington, USA.
Our partners complement our commitment to excellence in teaching and research and they enable you to enhance your international outlook.
Apply for your chosen course online through UCAS, with the following course and institution codes.
About the University of Surrey
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- BSc (Hons)View ULC10F0001U
- BSc (Hons) with foundation yearView ULC10F0007U
- BSc (Hons) with placementView ULC10S0001U
- BSc (Hons) with foundation year and placementView ULC10S0014U
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- Second when students accept their offer and register to study with us (registration terms and conditions will vary depending on your course and academic year).
View our generic registration terms and conditions (PDF) for the 2023/24 academic year, as a guide on what to expect.
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