About BA Joint Hons Economics & Marketing in University of Strathclyde
Study with us
- use key economics concepts and models to better understand real-world problems
- develop excellent analytical and problem-solving skills that are highly valued by employers
- gain the ability to explain complex data in simple terms to a diverse audience
- benefit from the opportunity to take part in student competitions to win paid internships
Why this course?
Following the recent global economic crisis, economics is more important and relevant than ever. Decisions on money, banking, interest rates, taxation and government spending affect us all, with global consequences.
Economics aims to understand the activities of the different agents in the economy – consumers, producers and the government – and how they all fit together.
Our degree will give you the ability to explain complex data in simple terms to different audiences. You’ll also develop excellent mathematical, statistical and problem-solving skills.
The Department of Marketing at Strathclyde is recognised as one of the leading centres of marketing education and research in the UK.
This course will help you develop the skills for a variety of marketing and management careers. You’ll understand customer requirements, added-value products and services and the role of communications in customer satisfaction.
Careers
Our Economics graduates find work in accountancy and business services, retail and investment banking, insurance, government and industry. Job titles include:
- Economist
- Auditor
- Management Accountant
- Business Analyst
- Investment Analyst
- Risk Consultant
- Commercial Manager
Graduates who specialise in marketing have excellent business awareness and can analyse and present information with good communication skills. They find jobs in the drinks, finance and service sectors, with roles including:
- Brand Manager
- Media Executives
- Retail Buyers
Academic qualification equivalents
- For entry to Strathclyde undergraduate programmes we'd look for 70-75% in all subjects taken at level XII and the same at level X.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
- TOEFL : 73-79 overall, with the following minimum scores in each component: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing: 19
- PTE : 54-57 overall, with a minimum of 51 in each component
University of Strathclyde Highlights
| Type of University |
Public |
| Established |
1964 |
| Rank |
Scottish University of the Year, 2020 |
| Common Deadline |
January 15 |
| Number of Programs available |
250 undergraduate and 200 graduate courses |
| Academic Departments |
4 |
| Test Scores Accepted |
IELTS or equivalent |
| Acceptance rate |
42% |
| Financial Aid |
Available as Scholarships and awards |
University of Strathclyde Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Fee for various range of courses available at the university varies as per their duration, level and type of program. Some of the popular courses with their respective fees are as mentioned below.
Undergraduate Courses (2020-2021)
| Name of Faculty/Program |
Fee (in GBP) |
| BBA |
17,500 |
| Biomedical Engineering |
21,500 |
| Computer & Information Sciences |
18,100 |
| Mathematics & Statistics |
15,300 |
| Architecture |
18,100 |
Graduate Courses (2020-2021)
| Name of Faculty |
Fee (in GBP) |
| Faculty of humanities & social science |
15,300 |
| Strathclyde Business School |
24,300 |
| Faculty of Science |
20,350 |
| Faculty of Engineering |
20,900 |
Cost of Living
List of expenses apart from the basic tuition fee are as compiled below.
| Cost |
Amount (GBP per week) |
| Accommodation |
100 to 142 |
| Food, local travel, laundry, among others |
100 |
| Books and supplies, clothing, graduation fees, et al. |
16.22 |
| Total |
216.22 – 258.22 |
Note that candidates looking for their private rented accommodation will require 100 to 125 GBP, per week, for a room in a shared plus other expenses.
