Earn an Economics BSc Online

Degrees Awarded by the University of London
Academic Direction from the London School of Economics and Political Science

Economics is about much more than markets; it’s about understanding how data, behaviour, decision-making and societal issues interact – and being able to predict and interpret future outcomes. When you pursue undergraduate studies in economics, you will develop important analytical and quantitative skills to help uncover solutions for global challenges.

Designed by the world-leading London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), these online University of London economics programmes make the undergraduate experience more relevant and engaging than ever.

LSE is ranked #2 Social Sciences and Management¹ and #5 for Economics and Econometrics²

Explore Our Online Economics BSc Programmes

Economics knowledge is widely applicable and can set you up for success in a broad range of roles and industries. Regardless of which programme you are interested in, you will be equipped with the analytical and quantitative skills needed for further study or a career in economics or an economics-adjacent field.

360 Total Credits

As Few As 3 Years of Study

4 Annual Start Dates

BSc Economics

Learn to apply key analytical methods to address pressing social issues, and prepare for a career or further training in academia, finance, industry or government.


BSc Economics and Finance

Develop the quantitative skills and institutional knowledge required to make financial decisions, manage risk and understand market behaviour.


BSc Economics and Management

Gain a critical understanding in the theory and practice of management while specialising in economics in preparation for management roles or further training in management or business.


BSc Mathematics and Economics

Build a robust quantitative knowledge base and learn to take an in-depth analytical approach to economics using mathematics and statistics.

Do you already hold an undergraduate degree? You may qualify for the Graduate Entry route, which comprises nine courses instead of 12. Request information to learn more.

Learn from Leaders in Economics

Built in London, Delivered Globally

Founded in 1836, the University of London is one of the largest and most diverse universities in the world, with more than 50,000 learners studying in more than 190 countries. It was the first university to admit students regardless of their gender, race or religion; the first to admit women to degree programmes; and the first to give students the opportunity to study wherever they are.

LSE is a world-leading social science university.¹ Home to 37 world leaders and 18 Nobel Prize winners, the LSE community is committed to tackling society’s most complex problems through transformative research, teaching and action.


Take the Next Step in Your Economics Career

Complete our brief form to get your prospectus and learn how a University of London economics degree – designed by LSE – can set you apart.

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¹Social Sciences and Management. (2020). QS World University Rankings. Retrieved 26 February 2020 from https://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/university-subject-rankings/2020/social-sciences-management
²Economics and Econometrics (2020). QS World University Rankings. Retrieved 23 October 2020 from https://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/university-subject-rankings/2020/economics-econometrics