About Economics (major) With Finance in Queen's University Belfast
This degree allows students to understand how the economy and the financial system interact. The major in Economics includes an analysis of macro and micro-economic principles, whilst the minor in Finance provides insights into financial institutions and markets. This combination provides an excellent platform for graduates to pursue a career in economics, finance and related industries.
Global Opportunities
- There is also the opportunity to study or work abroad, supported by schemes such as Erasmus and Study USA.
- The Study USA programme provides students with the funded opportunity to study for a year in a US university.
Academic qualification equivalents
- The Standard Indian XII (10+2) examinations from CBSE, CISCE or State Boards of Higher Secondary Education are acceptable for admission to our Bachelor degree programmes.
An average mark of 70 - 85% or higher (best of 5 academic subjects) in the Standard Indian XII Higher Secondary School certificates awarded by the central boards (CBSE, CISCE) or a state board, or equivalent, with 75% or higher where subject requirements are stipulated (comparable with Grade B at A Level).
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: 6.5 minimum of 5.5 in all four elements of the test
- TOEFL iBT : 90 with minimum marks as follows: Listening - 17,Reading - 18,Speaking - 20,Writing - 17
- PTE: 62 overall with minimum of 51 in each component
Queen's University Belfast Highlights
| University Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Establishment Year |
1849 |
| Endowment |
£67.1million |
| International fee |
Undergraduate – £22,316 Postgraduate- £21,596 |
| Mode of Program |
Full time, distance and online |
Queen’s University Belfast Cost of Attendance
| Expenses |
Estimated cost in pounds |
| Undergraduate tuition fee |
£17,716 |
| Postgraduate tuition fee |
£16,996 |
| On campus accommodation |
£7,142 |
| Average cost of living |
£4,600 |
