BA (Hons) History and Economics at University of Derby

Programme overview

Our Economics courses enable you to develop skills in applying economic theory, perspectives and approaches as a method of solving business and organisational problems. You’ll develop knowledge and capabilities in applied economic analysis and learn to use the software used by leading professionals in the financial sector.

Department: Joint Honours | Duration: Full-time: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Historical Methods and Sources (PDP), Renaissance and Reformation, 1485-1648, Empires, Migrants and Mobility, Introductory Microeconomics, Introduction to Macroeconomic Concepts and Data, Economic Policy Analysis. Year two core modules: Applied Intermediate Macroeconomics, Data Analysis.

Career pathways

Due to the transferable nature of the skills you’ll learn studying History such as verbal and written communication, critical analysis, independent thought and problem solving, you'll be suitably positioned for a range of roles upon graduating.

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Application information

Entry requirements

September 2026 entry: UCAS points: 112; A Level: BBC; T Level: Merit; BTEC: DMM; GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification; Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6; English language requirements: IELTS: 6.5 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full-time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/bc0ac2e0-4cca-4234-a473-86e30ebfd840

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