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 BSc (Hons)

You’ll study your Economics degree at our world-renowned Leeds University Business School, home to the Applied Institute for Research in Economics.

Within a challenging and supportive environment, you’ll explore a wide range of economic perspectives and approaches to real-world challenges. You’ll develop into a well-rounded economist with the skills that are sought after by top graduate employers.

This course covers the core concepts, practices and techniques in economics. You will gain analytical, quantitative, computing, presentation and other transferable skills, preparing you for a variety of exciting careers in the private and public sector.

Through compulsory modules, you'll develop an in-depth understanding of the nature and methods of economic analysis, allowing you to gain insight into the factors that influence income generation, growth, distribution and individual and firm behaviour, together with policy options and dilemmas.

A range of optional economics modules will provide you with the opportunity to explore specialist areas such as business economics, behavioural economics, monetary policy, labour economics, international trade, and health.