BSc (Hons) Economics & Finance

Admission Requirements
This course is ideal for you, if you are a high school graduate of any discipline with the necessary English language skills, who aspires to build a career in Finance or start your own business.

The minimum English language requirement for the bilingual course (Greek and English) is equivalent to IELTS 4.5 (B1) and for the English-taught course is equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (B2). If you do not possess an official English language certificate, you can sit the College’s internal placement test.

Moreover, you’ll be asked to submit a reference letter from a tutor, and you’ll be called for an academic interview with the programme leader.

If you are a holder of an HND diploma or a University or College student in a relevant discipline, you may be granted exception in terms of academic years required to complete the course as your prior academic credentials will be recognized.

Application & Enrolment
We use a rolling admissions policy, so we accept applications throughout the calendar year until all available places are filled. In order to secure your place in your selected course and class, we urge you to submit your application in time.

We also offer multiple fee payment methods, individual payment plans and bursaries based on academic, athletic and socio-economic criteria.

Contact us today and find out more about this course and the available bursaries and funding opportunities. Our admissions advisors will provide you with all necessary information and will guide you through the application and enrolment process.

With professional accreditation and strong input from employers, this degree equips you to undertake economic research and analysis, handle complex financial data sources, diagnose problems and take the strategic decisions expected of an applied economist.

Because the course is accredited by the Chartered Institution for Securities and Investment (CISI), it will stand you in good stead for achieving a globally recognised professional qualification alongside your degree. On successful completion of the degree you will also gain exemptions towards the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) qualifications, meaning you can achieve membership of this professional body quicker, accelerating your career progression.

What you will study
Your studies will cover a broad range of microeconomic and macroeconomic issues, quantitative methods, computing techniques and business performance concepts. We also give you a solid understanding of how various economic systems work, the impact of government policies and the performance of different economies worldwide.

During the course, you will have access to real financial market data, you will conduct live consultancy projects and you’ll have the opportunity for internship at one of our partner organisations.

Why choose this course

• One of a few courses in Greece to combine Economics with Finance.
• The degree is awarded by the University of Derby, a TOP10 UK University for Economics (Student Satisfaction & Teaching Quality - Complete University Guide & Times University Guide 2022).
• It is highly applied, with content accredited by leading professional bodies: Chartered Institution for Securities and Investment (CISI), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
• You will be taught by prominent, well-published University professors, who comprise the course’s advisory board.
• You will conduct a consultancy project in one of our partner organisations and you will have access to real financial market data.
• You will become a bilingual Economist, with exceptional academic and career prospects.

BSc (Hons) Economics & Finance

• Unique combination of Economics with Finance.
• TOP10 in the UK for Economics.
• Professionally accredited content: CISI, CIMA.
• Expert teaching: Greek University professors & practitioners.

Career prospects
As a BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance graduate, you will have a powerful combination of applied skills which are valued across the public, private and voluntary sectors worldwide. This course could be your stepping stone to a lucrative graduate training scheme or a well-rewarded financial consultancy role.

You will discover fulfilling career opportunities not only in international business, consultancy and finance, but also in government departments, development agencies, charities and not-for-profit organisations.