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BA Economics with Management with Placement Year
Durham City
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The BA Economics with Management with Placement Year program at Durham University integrates academic learning with practical experience, offering students the opportunity to undertake a year-long industry placement, enhancing their skills and understanding within real-world business environments.
Curriculum: The curriculum mirrors the standard BA Economics with Management program, encompassing a blend of economic theory, management principles, and specialized modules. The distinguishing factor is the additional year dedicated to a full-time placement, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge to practical settings.
Research Focus: The program emphasizes research, encouraging students to undertake research projects during their placement year. This research could focus on various aspects of economics, management, or business operations, providing students with an opportunity to delve deeper into their areas of interest within the industry.
Industry Engagement: The highlight of this program is the year-long placement, offering students the chance to gain hands-on experience in a professional work environment related to economics, management, or business. The university assists students in securing placements and provides guidance and support throughout the placement period.
Global Perspective: Students gain a global perspective through their placement experience, as placements can be available in multinational companies, organizations, or industries with international operations. This exposure allows students to understand global business practices and diverse cultural dynamics.
Location
Durham City
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 24500
Undergraduate Entry Requirements
Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 85% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.
English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 92, with at least 23 in Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing.
- PTE: A minimum overall score of 62 with no individual score below 59.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
Durham University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to both domestic and international students.
Durham University Scholarships and Bursaries: These are awarded to both undergraduate and postgraduate students based on academic excellence, financial need, or specific criteria such as subject area or country of origin.
Durham International Scholarships: These are awarded to exceptional international students who are pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the university. The scholarship covers a portion of tuition fees and is renewable for the duration of the course.
Government Scholarships: Durham University participates in a number of government scholarship programs, including the Chevening Scholarship and the Commonwealth Scholarship.
College-Specific Scholarships: Some colleges at Durham University offer scholarships and bursaries to their students, such as the Van Mildert College Music Scholarship and the St. Mary's College Travel Grant.
Departmental Scholarships: Some academic departments at Durham University offer scholarships specifically for international students. These scholarships may be discipline-specific or focused on supporting students from specific regions or countries.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships are prestigious scholarships awarded to exceptional international students across all academic disciplines. These scholarships cover the full tuition fees and provide a generous living allowance for the duration of the program. The selection process is highly competitive and based on academic merit and leadership potential.
Graduates who have completed the BA Economics with Management with Placement Year program from Durham University possess a unique blend of academic knowledge and practical experience, providing them with diverse career opportunities across various industries.
Management Consultant/Analyst: Individuals can pursue roles as management consultants or analysts, utilizing their understanding of economic principles and managerial skills gained during the placement to offer strategic advice to organizations.
Financial Analyst/Investment Banking Associate: Graduates may work as financial analysts or associates in investment banking firms, applying their knowledge of economics and management in analyzing market trends, investments, and financial strategies.
Business Development Executive: Professionals can work in business development, utilizing their acquired skills to identify growth opportunities, develop strategies, and implement business plans within organizations.
Operations Manager/Supply Chain Analyst: Graduates may opt for roles in operations management or supply chain analysis, leveraging their practical experience to improve efficiency and optimize business processes.
Marketing Manager/Market Research Analyst: Graduates can pursue careers in marketing or market research, utilizing their insights gained from the placement year to analyze markets, consumer behavior, and develop marketing strategies.
Project Manager/Team Leader: Professionals can work as project managers or team leaders, utilizing their management skills gained during the placement to oversee projects and lead teams effectively.
Entrepreneur/Startup Founder: Graduates can venture into entrepreneurship, applying the knowledge and experience gained during the placement to establish and manage their own businesses or startups.
Further Studies/MBA: Graduates may choose to pursue postgraduate studies, such as an MBA or specialized master's programs, to further enhance their expertise and pursue advanced career opportunities.
