Bachelor in Economics Including Foundation Year Bsc Hons

The application deadline for the Sep 2026 intake is Aug 31, 2026. The tuition fee is 23,887 USD per year.

How do societies allocate scarce resources to meet competing needs, and what are the consequences of these choices for global stability and individual prosperity? This four-year degree provides a dedicated pathway into the study of economics for students who may not meet the requirements for direct entry into a standard three-year programme. It begins with a comprehensive foundation year (Year 0) that acts as a bridge to higher education, fostering the academic confidence and critical inquiry skills essential for rigorous study in the social sciences.

The programme distinguishes itself by embedding students within a diverse, interdisciplinary learning community from the outset. You will explore themes of social justice, inequality, and identity while building a robust toolkit for modern economic analysis. Following the foundation year, you integrate fully into the Economics BSc (Hons) curriculum, where you will engage with complex financial systems, macroeconomic policy, and econometrics. Taught by experts who often advise major financial institutions, the course balances theoretical depth with practical application, including access to professional Bloomberg market data facilities.

Integrated Professional Development

We prioritise preparing you for the labour market through a curriculum that emphasises digital literacy, AI integration, and real-world problem solving. Whether through the university's employability schemes, credited work placements, or opportunities for international study in the US or Europe, the course is designed to translate abstract economic theory into tangible career advantages in finance, policy, and beyond.

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.