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    MSc
    2025 start September 

    Business Finance and Economics

    School of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences

    Develop an advanced understanding of economics and finance through a mixture of theoretical and applied methods.
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    Course description

    On our applied Business Finance and Economics degree you'll learn how firms and consumers behave in different markets, how capital markets operate, and how financial decisions are made in the business world.

    You don't need a background in economics for this course. You will be introduced to core concepts such as microeconomics and macroeconomics, and learn how to apply quantitative skills in the areas of economics and business finance.

    The degree culminates in an extended research project where you will apply your knowledge and research skills to a topic of your choice that has been covered during the first two semesters.

    By the end of the course, you will have gained an advanced understanding of the different perspectives of economics events and debates, how theories are applied to business, finance and industry, the core economic principles and analytical techniques, and the quantitative methods used in economics and financial data.

    Modules

    We're revising the curriculum of this course for this year of entry and are in the process of confirming the modules. The information on this page gives you an idea of the areas we expect the course to cover. There may be changes before you start. From May of the year of entry, formal programme regulations will be available in our Programme Regulations Finder.

    The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it's up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers. In the event of any change we'll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.

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    Duration

    • 1 year full-time

    Teaching

    You will gain knowledge and understanding of the topics covered through lectures, workshops, coursework, computer labs and group work.

    The skills and knowledge you gain throughout will culminate in an individual extended research project where you will demonstrate your ability for independent study.

    Assessment

    Taught modules are assessed using a combination of exams, coursework and group work.

    Your extended research project will be assessed on your ability to apply existing knowledge to a new situation or to test a hypothesis that you've learned during the taught modules.

    School

    School of Economics

    We have an international reputation for practical and real-world economics.

    You'll be taught by some of the top economic experts in their field and you'll receive the latest cutting-edge teaching from people who care passionately about their subject.

    Our staff advise government departments in the UK such as the Department for Work and Pensions, the Department for Education, as well as advisory bodies such as the Low Pay Commission. Their research helps shape government policies and aims to improve people's lives. This research also informs what you will be taught in your modules.

    Our graduates are in demand by some of the country's top economics employers such as the Bank of England, PwC, IBM and HM Treasury.

    Entry requirements

    A minimum of a 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in Economics, Engineering or Computer Science.

    or

    An undergraduate honours degree with a minimum of a 2:1 grade for both a Maths and a Stats module studied at any level.

    We also consider and accept a wide range of international qualifications, such as the Bachelor in Commerce and the Bachelor in Business Administration. 

    International students must be able to demonstrate a good understanding of Maths and Stats by passing both a Maths and a Stats module if they do not hold one of the degrees mentioned above.

    Entry requirements for international students

    We assess each application on the basis of the applicant’s preparation and achievement as a whole. We may accept applicants whose qualifications don’t meet the published entry criteria but have other experience relevant to the course.

    The lists of required degree subjects and modules are indicative only. Sometimes we may accept subjects or modules that aren’t listed, and sometimes we may not accept subjects or modules that are listed, depending on the content studied.

    English language requirements

    IELTS 6.5 (with 6 in each component) or University equivalent. 

    Other English language qualifications we accept

    Pathway programme for international students

    If you're an international student who does not meet the entry requirements for this course, you have the opportunity to apply for a pre-masters programme in Business, Social Sciences and Humanities at the University of Sheffield International College. This course is designed to develop your English language and academic skills. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree level study at the University of Sheffield.

    If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the school/department.

    Fees and funding

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    You can apply now using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It's a quick and easy process.

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    Contact

    study@sheffield.ac.uk
    +44 114 222 3456

    Any supervisors and research areas listed are indicative and may change before the start of the course.

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