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Bachelor's in
Economics

Understand the forces shaping the world

Build a strong foundation in economics and develop the analytical skills to understand markets, societies, and global challenges.
Language
English, or English & Portuguese
Location
On Campus
Intake
Early September
Type of Study
Face-to-Face
Format
Full-time

Why Nova SBE

Top Business School in Europe and #1 in Portugal!
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Global from day 1
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Campus by the ocean
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Strong Partnerships
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Beyond the classroom

Program

Why Economics at Nova SBE

This program will enable you to develop solid knowledge in economics and strong analytical and problem-solving competencies to understand complex economic challenges in a global environment.

What to expect
  • Fully taught in English* in a diverse and international learning environment.
  • Build a strong foundation in economics, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and quantitative methods.
  • Develop analytical, critical thinking, and data analysis skills to understand complex economic and social challenges.
  • Apply economic concepts to real-world issues such as public policy, markets, and global economic trends.
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Explore your path,
customizing your future
Year 1
Build your foundations in economics, mathematics, and data analysis while understanding how markets and societies function.
Fall
Principles of Microeconomics
Calculus I
Linear Algebra with Programming
Financial Accounting
Spring
Principles of Macroeconomics
Calculus II
Data Analysis and Probability
Human Behavior and Decision Making (T3)
Business Principles (T4)
Careers with Impact (Modules I & II) + Data Handling (Modules I & II)
Year 2
Deepen your knowledge in key areas of economics and start exploring topics that match your interests.
Fall
Microeconomics
Statistics for Economics and Management
Computer Programming
Economic History
Ethics
Communication and Leadership
Spring
Macroeconomics
Finance
Econometrics
Advanced Microeconomics
Careers with Impact (Modules III & IV) + Data Handling (if pending modules)
Year 3
Apply your knowledge to real-world challenges and prepare for your next step, whether in further studies or the job market.
Fall
Seminar European Economics
Managing Impactful Projects
Elective
Elective
Elective
Spring
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Elective
Careers with Impact (if pending modules) + Data Handling (if pending modules)
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Mandatory Modules
Mandatory Courses
Electives to choose
Choose your Electives
Students must complete a minimum of 28 ECTS in elective courses within the Economics area. The remaining elective credits can be fulfilled by choosing courses from Economics or other scientific areas, such as Economics, Social Sciences, and Law, or by completing an internship, in accordance with the curricular limits defined in the study plan.
Popular Electives

Discover some of the most popular electives:

  • Environment and Natural Resources Economics
  • International Macroeconomics
  • Law in Economics and Business
  • Behavioral Economics
  • Business Law
  • Business Seminar
  • Cultural Diversity Management
  • Development Economics
  • Economic History of Portuguese Speaking Countries
  • Entrepreneurship
  • European Law
  • Financial Markets
  • Global Business Environment
  • History of Economic Thought
  • Industrial Organization
  • Information Systems
  • International Management
  • International Trade
  • Long-term Internship
  • Macroeconomic Policies
  • Management Accounting
  • Marketing
  • Multivariate Statistics
  • Operations Management
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Principles of Management
  • Public Economics
  • Research in Economics
  • Short-term Internship
  • Strategy
  • Sustainability for All
  • Topics in Finance
Explore the program brochure to learn more about all available options.
Life at

Nova SBE

More than a degree,
a way of life.
Campus

Campus

Best academic experience

Our campus in Carcavelos is built to provide you with the best academic experience!
Here, you can find everything, from restaurants and a grocery store to a gym, bank, and even a health clinic.

Student residencies
Tunnel
(from the campus to the beach)
FNAC store
Gym
Private medical Clinic
(CUF)
Mon Café Coffee Shop
Café Joyeux
3 restaurants
Rooftop bar
(with a beach view)
Pingo Doce Supermarket
(the first in Portugal without cashiers)
3 studios available
(for recording videos, podcasts, voice-overs)
Clubs & Students' Union

Clubs & Students' Union

Redefining campus life

We have 30+ clubs that go beyond their traditional role to boost student engagement on campus, which is often the catalyst for a positive student experience.

Nova SBE Students’ Union was born with a mission: to represent all Nova SBE students. It offers the best events, initiatives, student clubs, and some of the best sports teams in university championships.

(Library building from our Campus)
Student Life

Student Life

As a Bachelor’s student you will have access to:
Transportation​​
Living Costs​​
What to do​​
Life at Nova SBE Guide​​
Well-being

Well-Being

World Mental Health Day​
Well-being week​​
Well-being workshops​
Well-being resources Thrive
Mindfulness​
Peer Tutoring Program​
Special educational needs​
Counselling / Coaching​
Psychotherapy CUF or SASNOVA​
Access Resources

Access Resources

Workshops
The career workshops offer vital components that will help you stand out in a crowd and sell your story, either in your CV or with a great pitch. Learn to promote yourself when attending corporate events meeting your future employers.
Practice Job Hunting
You will deepen your knowledge about yourself and use it to improve your CV or write a cover letter. Also, you will practice for job interviews and learn all about corporate recruitment processes.
Online Tools
You will have access to a series of online tools that will help your market knowledge and job hunting, such as the Nova SBE JobTeaser platform, CaseCoach, Big Interview and Graduates First.
Internships
Students will have the opportunity to look for institutions where they would like to complete an internship (Short-term from 1-3 months or Long-term for approximately 4 months) and are responsible for submitting an internship proposal to Nova SBE Internships Coordinator.
Career Fairs
Each year, there are two Career Fairs on campus to meet and network with recruiters from leading national and international companies.
Career Events
Activities both on-campus (company presentations, business challenges, networking opportunities) and off-campus (company visits, online presentations).

Testimonials

The diversity at Nova SBE has helped me grow since day one.
It’s a challenging but incredible journey, with professors, clubs, and student-led initiatives that truly care about the student experience and give us the freedom to explore beyond the classroom.

Alexandre Duarte

BSc Economics
Join a global community

Community Profile

2025/2026
  • 40+ nationalities represented
  • Students from across Europe and beyond
  • A collaborative and inclusive learning environment
Economics
Class
260
Students
17
%
International Students
18
Nationalities
18
Average Age
Fees & Admissions
International students
(non-EU/EEA)
Application costs €70* and enrollment in the Bachelor’s program becomes effective after the payment of a €750* enrollment fee (10% of the tuition fee to be deducted from the total). * Non-refundable
7500
/ per academic year
Scholarships
There are some scholarships available:
  • beNova Scholarship
  • Kearney Scholarship
  • Luís Manuel Estevam Santos Silva Scholarship
  • NIDO Scholarship
  • Nova SBE Well-being Scholarship
  • Nova SBE Yulia Tymoshenko Scholarship
  • Rodrigo Guimarães Erasmus Scholarship
  • Rodrigo Guimarães Scholarship
  • Santander Apoio Universitário Scholarship 2nd Edition
  • Santander Erasmus Scholarships
  • Scholarship under the "SUCCESS@NOVA" PROJECT
  • Unipartner Bachelor's Scholarship
Awards
Nova SBE, in partnership with different national and international entities, annually rewards the students' academic achievements.
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