Program Overview

International Foundation Year in Business, Law and Social Studies
This route leads to a wide range of degrees at the University of Leeds, in areas ranging from mathematics, economics and finance to law and social policy. You will study core and subject-specific modules, which are carefully tailored for your academic development and chosen area of study. Find out about the modules you will study and what kind of work you will be undertaking as a part of this pathway.

Once you have successfully completed your International Foundation Year and achieved the required progression grades, you will be well-equipped to start your undergraduate degree at the University of Leeds.

Leading to: Economics and Geography BA (Hons)

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Both economics and geography play crucial roles in providing sustainable solutions to global issues in business, the environment, politics — and society at large. By combining these two highly regarded disciplines at Leeds, you can learn the fundamentals in both, whilst cultivating a huge amount of transferable skills that are sought after by some of the most reputable companies worldwide.

This joint honours degree means you’ll have the advantage of being taught by expert academics from both Schools: the triple-accredited Leeds University Business School and the School of Geography, which is ranked among the highest in the world for this subject. You’ll learn the solid foundations in both areas, with the chance to shape your degree to suit your own interests and career aspirations through a range of optional modules.

You’ll have access to many of the specialist facilities in each School, alongside CV-enriching opportunities like fieldwork projects, work placements and the chance to study abroad.

Graduating with an Economics and Geography BA degree from Leeds will equip you with the extensive skill set and knowledge you’ll need to pursue a rewarding career in a wide variety of industries across the world.