BSc (Hons) in Economics and International Economics

The BSc (Hons) Economics and International Economics at the University of Nottingham Malaysia offers a rigorous three-year curriculum that combines core economic theory with a specialised focus on global trade, finance, and development. Students gain analytical and quantitative expertise through modules such as International Trade, Development Economics, and Advanced Financial Economics, complemented by a final-year dissertation. With opportunities for exchange at the UK campus, the programme enhances international exposure and real-world relevance. Graduates are well-equipped for careers in policy-making, global finance, consultancy, or further academic research.

Academic Qualifications

• A Level: BCC (excluding Critical Thinking and General Studies)

• IB Diploma: 24 points overall

• STPM: BC+C+, excluding Pengajian Am

• UEC: 3 B3s and 2 B4s (excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese Language)

• Australian Year 12: ATAR 78, with consideration for relevant subjects

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD): 75% average across 6 subjects

• Canadian Secondary School Diplomas: Acceptable and assessed based on the university's requirements

• Gaokao (NCEE) and Senior High School Diploma (China): 68% average in Gaokao, with a minimum 70% overall, including 85% in Mathematics

• CBSE / CISCE - Class XII (India): 75% average from the best 4 subjects, excluding local language, Environmental Education, general studies, and Physical Education

• Advance Placement (AP): 4, 3, 3 in relevant subjects

• Diploma - Local Institutions: Entry to Year 2 assessed on a case-by-case basis (typically requiring a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0)

• Foundation - Local Institutions: Acceptance at the school’s discretion (minimum GPA 3.0/4.0 required)

• Nottingham's Foundation Programme: Successful completion with mathematics requirements met

Mathematics Requirement:
Applicants must have a grade A- in Mathematics at SPM/GCSE/IGCSE/High School Diploma level or equivalent. This requirement can be waived if applicants have a grade B or higher in mathematics at a higher level.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each element)

• TOEFL (iBT): 90 (minimum 19 in Writing and Listening, 20 in Reading and 22 in Speaking)

• PTE (Academic): 71 (with no less than 65 in each element)

• GCE A Level English Language or English Literature: Grade C

• GCE AS Level English Language or English Literature: Grade C

• SPM: CEFR level B2

• GCSE O-Level: Grade C / 4

• IGCSE (First Language): Grade C / 4

• IGCSE (Second Language): Grade B / 6

• MUET: Band 4.5

• UEC: Grade A2

• IB English A1 or A2 (Standard or Higher Level): 4 points

• IB English B (Higher Level): 4 points

• IB English B (Standard Level): 5 points

• OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U): 75% (No fast-track route)

• CBSE/CISCE Class XII or X: 75% overall (confirmation of English as the medium of instruction required)

Important Notes:

• IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE test results must be less than two years old.

• IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.

• IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted.

• MUET results are valid for five years.

• For OSSD and CBSE/CISCE English, a confirmation letter stating English as the medium of instruction is required.

Year 1: Core Modules

• Economic Integration 1 and 2

• Introduction to Macroeconomics

• Introduction to Microeconomics

• Quantitative Economics

• Current Economic Issues in Malaysia

• Growth and Development in Long-Run Historical Perspective

• The Politics of Economics and the Economics of Politicians

Year 2: Core Modules

• International Trade

• Macroeconomic Theory

• Microeconomic Theory

• Applied Econometrics 1 and 2

Typical Optional Modules

• Development Economics

• Experimental and Behavioural Economics

• Financial Economics

Year 3: Core Modules

• Economic Dissertation

• Advanced International Trade 1 and 2

Optional Modules

• Advanced Development Economics

• Advanced Financial Economics

• Advanced Labour Economics

• Advanced Experimental and Behavioural Economics

• International Money and Macroeconomics

• Microeconometric Methods