UCAS LG13, three years
UCL describes a three-year BSc (Econ) run jointly with the Department of Economics.
Undergraduate · UCL Economics and Statistics
UCL Economics and Statistics: econometrics and statistical methods at the centre
UCL's Economics and Statistics BSc (Econ) is run jointly by the Economics and Statistical Science departments and is built around econometrics and statistical methods. It asks for A*AA with A* in Mathematics and is accredited by the Royal Statistical Society. The decision against UCL's plain Economics degree and its Statistics, Economics and Finance degree is how technical you want your economics to be.
Official information · last verified for 2027 entry
What UCL asks for in Economics and Statistics
Taken from UCL's Economics and Statistics BSc (Econ) course page (a saved copy that UCL labels as possibly not showing recent changes) and read on 31 October 2026. For a normal 2028-entry application, made in 2027, every requirement below is last verified for the previous cycle and may change; UCL's 2028-entry requirements and dates are awaiting publication.
A*AA with A* in Mathematics
The A-level requirement is A*AA, with A* in Mathematics (or Further Mathematics if both are taken) and Further Mathematics preferred.
IB 19 points with Mathematics at 7
19 points in three higher level subjects including grade 7 in Mathematics, with no higher level score below 5.
Economics and econometrics with statistical methods
UCL says the course combines in-depth economics and econometrics with a solid grounding in mathematical and statistical methods.
Royal Statistical Society accreditation
UCL says the Royal Statistical Society accredits the course; the page gives an enrolment window, which this guide does not restate because it should be checked on the current page.
Official sources
Read on 31 October 2026 on UCL's Economics and Statistics BSc (Econ) course page (a saved copy that UCL labels as possibly not showing recent changes), which describes 2027 entry. UCL's department pages, the fees pages, the contextual-offer details and the 2028-entry values were not read, and the page lists no admissions test or interview so none is stated and are not stated.
The course
Economics with the statistics built in
UCL says the course combines an in-depth study of economics and econometrics with a solid grounding in mathematical and statistical methods and suits students of high mathematical ability who are considering a career in finance, business or industry. The Royal Statistical Society accredits it (check the current page for the enrolment window the accreditation covers).
Is it the right degree?
Against UCL Economics and the other statistics degrees
UCL teaches three economics- and statistics-related degrees.
Choose Economics and Statistics if
you want econometrics and statistical methods to lead your economics.
Choose UCL Economics if
you want a broader economics curriculum. Avandy's UCL Economics guide covers it.
Choose Statistics, Economics and Finance if
you want finance in the mix. Avandy's UCL Statistics, Economics and Finance guide covers it.
Entry rules
A* in Mathematics, with Further Mathematics preferred
A-level applicants need A*AA with A* in Mathematics (or, if both are studied, in Further Mathematics), with Further Mathematics preferred. IB applicants need 19 points in three higher level subjects including a 7 in Mathematics. UCL's page lists no admissions test or interview. This page states no scores.
A decision framework
Three questions before you commit
This is Avandy's own framework, not UCL's.
Is econometrics what you want from economics?
It is the course's stated centre.
Is A* in Mathematics realistic?
It is required, and may be in Further Mathematics if both are taken.
Is accreditation relevant to your plans?
UCL cites Royal Statistical Society accreditation.
Planning for 2028 entry
Planning for 2028 entry: what carries over and what is awaiting publication
Applying for 2028 entry means applying in 2027, under rules UCL has not yet published for that cycle. Each item below carries one of two labels. Last verified for 2027 entry means UCL published it for the previous cycle and it may change. Awaiting publication for 2028 entry means UCL has not yet published it.
Grades, the subject requirements and the preferred-subject guidance: last verified for 2027 entry
These are the best guide to what to prepare. UCL has not confirmed them for 2028 entry.
The UCAS deadline and the 2028-entry requirements: awaiting publication for 2028 entry
Check UCL's course page for the 2028-entry values when they appear.
What to do now
Confirm the required subjects, read the course structure and plan your preparation around it.
Support
Independent support with course choice and preparation
Avandy provides independent academic and admissions support. It is not affiliated with University College London or any of its colleges or departments. Preparation sits within the Avandy Trinity Advisory Model: a Strategic Admissions Consultant, a PhD-level Academic Mentor and a Subject-specific Tutor, working to the actual requirements of each course. Support here means course-fit advice, subject mentoring and ethical preparation; Avandy gives no scores or probabilities and does not write applications. No outcome is promised.
Questions
Questions applicants ask
What does UCL Economics and Statistics BSc (Econ) require?
A*AA at A level with A* in Mathematics, Further Mathematics preferred, in UCL's wording for 2027 entry.
What is the IB requirement?
19 points in three higher level subjects including grade 7 in Mathematics.
How does it differ from UCL Economics?
It is run jointly with Statistical Science and is built around econometrics and statistical methods, with an A* in Mathematics.
Is the course accredited?
UCL says the Royal Statistical Society accredits it. The page also gives an enrolment window for the accreditation; check the current page for it.
Does Avandy state offer scores?
No. This page records UCL's wording for 2027 entry and states no scores or probabilities.
Are these the rules for 2028 entry?
No. They are UCL's wording for the 2027 application cycle. Check the course page again when UCL publishes its 2028-entry requirements.
Students and families
Talk to us about UCL Economics and Statistics
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