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Undergraduate
UCAS code:L140
Department of Economics

BSc Econometrics and Mathematical Economics

Gain the skills to apply mathematical and statistical methods to solve real-world economic problems facing our society.

Overview

Introduction

Econometrics uses statistical and mathematical methods and theoretical models to help us understand real-world economic issues and predict future trends. In industry and government, there is a real need for graduates who understand econometrics. So, this BSc Econometrics and Mathematical Economics equips you with in-demand skills.

The programme provides a solid grounding in micro and macro economics and econometrics. You’ll learn how empirical methods are used to test economic theories and gain hands-on experience in statistical programming.

Throughout your studies, you’ll be taught by academics who are advising government, business and the finance sector on policy. So, your learning will be informed by real-world thinking and applications. Our department is regularly ranked number one outside the US for published research in economics and econometrics.

Please note: students are rarely admitted to the programme in the first year, as this is too early to commit to a research career in economics. A limited number of students transfer to this programme from other LSE programmes in the third year to complete the dissertation in quantitative economics.

Entry requirements

Here, you can check our entry requirements for GCSEs, A-levels (please read them alongside our information about subject combinations) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. We also consider applications from students with a range of other UK qualifications and from overseas. Please select the overseas button below and choose your country from the dropdown list to find the equivalency to A-levels of your qualification.

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We welcome students from all walks of life at LSE. We want to recruit students with the very best academic merit, potential and motivation. So, whatever your background, please do apply. Get all the details on our general entry requirements.

Competition for places at LSE is high. We cannot guarantee you an offer of a place even if you’re predicted or achieve our standard entry requirements.

Our standard offer requirements are intended only as a guide and, in some cases, you’ll be asked for different grades.

Programme content

On this programme, you’ll study 12 units over three years, plus LSE100.

You’ll have the chance to apply for a year abroad with one of our global exchange partners.

Year 1

Your first year provides a foundation in economics. You’ll learn the necessary quantitative skills before moving on to introductory courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics. You can choose one option from a variety of courses offered by other departments (either one whole unit or two half units). Additionally, you'll ​also take LSE100.

Students can opt to take Mathematical Methods in place of Methods in Calculus and Linear Algebra and the Winter Term outside option.

Why study with us

Discover more about our students and department.

Meet the department

LSE is home to one of the top economics departments in the world, with expertise across the full spectrum of mainstream economics.

Our academics and researchers are working at the frontiers of developments in the field and our research has a global impact. Over the past 50 years, this research has influenced almost every major intellectual development within the discipline.

As a department, our academics advise governments and central banks, aid agencies, and private-sector organisations in the UK, Europe and around the world. Our research insights help tackle global challenges such as economic instability, inequality and climate change, often catalysing profound policy shifts.

Past and present faculty members have shaped economic policy at a national and international level and our teaching staff have included a former Bank of England governor and Chief Economist to the World Bank. We count nine Nobel Prize winners among our current and former staff and students.

Within the department, we offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as doctoral training in economics. Our alumni find high-earning and rewarding roles in government, international institutions, business and finance.

Learn more about our programmes and research.

Your application

Overview

We consider each application carefully, taking into account all the details you’ve included on your UCAS form, such as:

You may also have to provide evidence of your English proficiency, although this is not needed at the application stage. See our English language requirements page.

Please note: students are rarely admitted to the programme in the first year, as this is too early to commit to a research career in economics. The intake below reflects this. A limited number of students transfer to this programme from other LSE programmes in the third year to complete the dissertation in quantitative economics.

Fees and funding

The table of fees shows the latest tuition fees for all programmes.

You're charged a fee for each year of your programme. Your tuition fee covers registration and examination fees payable to the School, lectures, classes and individual supervision, lectures given at other colleges under intercollegiate arrangements and, under current arrangements, membership of the Students' Union. It doesn't cover living costs or travel or fieldwork.

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£9,250

Home student fee per each year of your programme

This is the 2025/26 tuition fee. The home student undergraduate fee may rise in line with inflation in subsequent years.

Learning and assessment

How you learn

Graduate destinations

Overview

This degree provides an excellent preparation for a range of careers, but we particularly welcome students who want to learn about economics, rather than simply prepare themselves for a prosperous future.

Almost all students on the BSc Econometrics and Mathematical Economics programme progress to do a graduate degree (often a PhD) and have careers in research and/or teaching in academia, central banks around the world, think tanks or government.

Further information on graduate destinations for this programme

Median salary of our undergraduate students 15 months after graduating:

£45,000

Top 5 sectors our students work in:

Financial and Professional Services
Accounting and Auditing
Consultancy
Information, Digital Technology and Data
Government, Public Sector and Policy
This data is drawn from the 2021/22 Graduate Outcomes Survey, run by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). Median salaries are calculated for respondents who are paid in UK pounds sterling and in full-time employment.

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