Economics and Management Studies, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

The University of Sussex Business School ranks among the top 100 globally for Economics and Business (US News & World Report Best Global Universities 2025), top 20 in the UK for Business and Economics (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2025), and top 200 worldwide for Economics and Econometrics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025).This course integrates practical management knowledge with analytical economics skills, providing a competitive edge for future careers. Students explore diverse perspectives on key issues, such as investment's role in the economy and business cycles, while mastering economic principles applied to real-world topics. The program offers a strong foundation in management contexts, quantitative skills through mathematics, statistics, and econometrics, plus elective options to deepen conceptual and practical expertise. An Academic Success Adviser supports skill development in critical thinking, presenting, writing, and note-taking. Drawing on management, economics, science, technology, and innovation, the School drives impactful research on policy, practice, and people, embedding social responsibility and the seven Principles for Responsible Management. Located on a scenic green campus edging the South Downs National Park, it's minutes from Brighton & Hove, near Gatwick Airport, and an hour from London.