1. Welcome

 Advisor speaking to studentsTo students beginning at Queen Mary University of London, we welcome you to the School of Economics and Finance. 

You have succeeded in gaining admission to one of the UK's best higher education institutions in the fields of economics and finance, and we hope that you will make the most of the opportunities that studying economics and finance at Queen Mary presents. 

To returning students, we welcome you back. While much of the information in this handbook is predominantly directed at new students, we hope that you will continue to find it useful.

One of the tasks of the staff is to help you to realise your academic potential, so that you can reach the highest possible levels of achievement. We also would like you to enjoy the learning experience as well as your extracurricular activities during your time at Queen Mary. 

This handbook is meant to inform you of the expectations we have of you, and what you can expect of us. Please read carefully and bookmark it on your computer so that you can refer to it when you need to.  

This handbook should be used together with the Academic Regulations and The Student Enquiry Centre.

This handbook provides information specific to the School of Economics and Finance, while the Student Enquiry Centre gives information common to all students at Queen Mary. The Academic Regulations provide detailed information on progression, award and classification requirements.

Nothing in this handbook overrides the Academic Regulations, which always take precedence.

We wish you a successful and enjoyable time at Queen Mary University of London. 

Accessibility: The information in this handbook is available in alternative formats. Please contact the UG Student Support Officer for assistance in obtaining an accessible copy. 

Disclaimers:

  • The information in this handbook is correct as of September 2025. In the event of substantial amendments to the material, the School of Economics and Finance will inform you by email. 
  • Queen Mary cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of information given in third party publications or websites referred to in this handbook.