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This is a top-up version of our Economics and Finance BSc (Hons) degree. A top-up degree is the final year (Level 6) of an undergraduate degree course and is for those who have a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma or equivalent qualification, or those wishing to study the final year of their degree in London.

This degree will prepare you for a career in finance and economics. You’ll explore precise economic methods, quantitative techniques and contemporary analytical tools. Our Bloomberg Room will allow you to look at market data, news and analytical information used around the world in banks and investment houses.

On this Economics and Finance degree you'll develop real-life knowledge and understanding of fundamental financial concepts, financial techniques and economic theory.

During the course you'll be taught to use the same tools as finance professionals in the City. We are one of the few universities that will offer you the chance to directly use Bloomberg data, information and analytics throughout your course. In our Bloomberg Room you can discover information about current financial businesses and analyse the latest facts and figures of the financial market.

You'll be taught by internationally recognised economists who bring contemporary case studies to the classroom and deliver the latest insights to enhance your education. They will teach and assess you to mirror the real and practical needs of the finance sector. The combination of economic methods, quantitative techniques and up-to-date financial analysis applied in the teaching will give you a strong background from which to pursue a career in finance.

In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, you should have one of the following:

• 240 credits from a Higher National Diploma (HND), Foundation Degree (FdA/ FdSc) or equivalent international qualification in a relevant subject
• 240 credits from years 1 and 2 of an undergraduate degree (BA/BSc) in a relevant subject at a different institution

To study a degree at London Met, you must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. If you require a Tier 4 student visa you may need to provide the results of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. For more information about English qualifications please see our English language requirements.

If you need (or wish) to improve your English before starting your degree, the University offers a Pre-sessional Academic English course to help you build your confidence and reach the level of English you require.

You'll develop your knowledge and skills through a variety of assessments involving industry projects, case studies, executive summary reports, computer-based projects, group presentations, scenario simulations and seen/unseen examinations.

This variety will enable you to demonstrate your new-found strengths and abilities to future employers in a wide range of circumstances.