History and Economics
University of YorkCourse Overview
Offered by University of York, the BA (Hons) History and Economics provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in York, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Economics uses theory and empirical evidence to explain the dynamism of economic systems. History seeks to understand social, political, and intellectual shifts as well as to determine the causes and consequences of economic trends. Our BA History and Economics brings these disciplines together, teaching you to use the past to examine economic problems societies face today. International tuition fees are £27,250 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA Essential Subjects: History or Classical Civilisation at grade A is essential. A-Level Mathematics is a preferred subject, but not essential. If you do not have an A level in Mathematics then GCSE Mathematics Grade 7(A) is essential. |
| International Baccalaureate | 36 points With 6 in Higher Level in History. Grade 5 in Higher Level Mathematics or 7 in Standard Level Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) is preferred, but not essential. If you do not have HL or SL Mathematics then MYP Mathematics Grade 6 or GCSE Mathematics Grade 7(A) is essential. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£27,250
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of York
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £29,500 | £31,000 |
| 3 years | £20,000 | £25,500 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £26,000 | £32,000 | £43,500 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 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: CAH20-01-01). 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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