BA (Hons) History/Economics

The BA History and Economics course presented by the University of York is an interesting blend of two powerful disciplines: History and Economics. This three-year-long full-time degree allows students to investigate past societies and economies through a wealth of perspectives. Exploring how these two major fields intertwine will give students deep insights and a unique understanding of the modern world.Course Content: During the first year of the course, students will delve into History and Economics, selecting complementary modules of their choice. In the second year, they will continue their study in both areas, choosing a range of optional modules, including social and economic history. For the third year, students will undertake an extended Essay or Dissertation where they can cater it to their interests in the combined disciplines. They will also have the opportunity to take advanced Economic analysis, including microeconomics and macroeconomics. Key Modules: Some of the key modules offered in the course include ‘Understanding the Past, Analysing the Present’, ‘An Economic History of Europe’, 'The Making of the Modern World', ‘Microeconomics’, and ‘Macroeconomics’. Several other optional modules cover topics like World Population in Historical Perspective, Introduction to Behavioural Economics, and Political Economy of Financial Crises.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the University of York, a prestigious higher education institution recognized around the globe. Future Careers: The combined History and Economic degree prepares students for a wide range of careers. The skills students develop during this course such as problem-solving, numerical skills, critical thinking, or the capacity to articulate complex ideas succinctly, are valued highly by employers. Graduates often go into sectors like finance, law, journalism, politics, public administration, teaching, marketing, management and international relations, among others. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.