Economics and Economic History
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of LondonCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) Economics and Economic History at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in London, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. To tackle today’s current global economic problems, we need to understand how economies have developed and changed over time. This programme explores some of the biggest questions we face – such as why some countries are rich and others poor, what forces shape inequality, and what historical evidence can tell us about economic crises through history. Drawing on both quantitative and qualitative perspectives, you’ll learn how to apply economic theory and methods to understand the historical development of economies around the world – from medieval times through to the present day. International tuition fees are £29,200 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £49,000 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA Including Economics or History, and an A in Mathematics |
| International Baccalaureate | 38 points 766 at Higher Level, including Economics or History, and Mathematics. |
| UCAS Points | 144 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 70 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£29,200
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees and funding
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £36,000 | £50,000 | £70,000 |
| 3 years | £36,000 | £49,000 | £69,000 |
| 5 years | £53,500 | £72,000 | £119,000 |
UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £23,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-02-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Student Satisfaction
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About London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
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