University of Huddersfield
Economics and History BA (Hons)
University of Huddersfield

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 30 graduates of Economics and History BA (Hons) and other courses in Economics at University of Huddersfield for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Economics.

Overall student satisfaction
92 /100
30 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in History

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Economics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £21500 £19000 £24000
25-75 percentile range £19000 - £25000 £16000 - £22500 £17500 - £28000


Salary of all UK Graduates of History

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £27627 £26465 £33463
25-75 percentile range £23025 - £32118 £20515 - £33932 £24566 - £44022

Course Description

Providing an equal split of both history and economics, this BA(Honours) degree will see you cover a diverse range of modules. You’ll learn how to combine historical context with current awareness of major global trends and challenges and evaluate a variety of evidence.

Your choices on the History side are historically and geographically diverse, and you can focus on what fascinates you the most. In your Economics studies, we’ll introduce you to the basics of economics, both macro and micro. You’ll then apply these to contemporary social, economic, and historical problems, such as poverty and inequality, high unemployment, and rising pollution.

Why Study Economics and History BA(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?

In Year 2, you’ll undertake a work placement, designed to enhance your skills ready for employment. You can also choose option modules to get to grips with the topics that intrigue you. On the course, you’ll gain skills including management, research, problem-solving and planning.

You’ll explore the award-winning archive at Heritage Quay, and the unique Holocaust Centre North, located on campus. Plus, History at Huddersfield is top in Yorkshire for Learning Opportunities, scoring 96% based on experimental statistics from the National Student Survey, 2023.

Keen to study economics and history, focusing on everything from economic policies to medieval history, modern history, and British history? This course is for you, preparing you for a variety of roles; past graduates have worked for the British Red Cross, House of Commons, and Civil Service†

†Source: LinkedIn

Professional Bodies

At Huddersfield, you’ll study the Global Professional Award alongside your degree† so that you can gain valuable qualities and experiences that could help you to get the career you want, no matter what your field of study is.

†full-time, undergraduate first degrees with a minimum duration of three years. This does not include postgraduate, foundation, top-up, accelerated or apprenticeship degrees.

Why Huddersfield?

Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Economics and History BA (Hons) at University of Huddersfield

30% Teaching Professionals
30% Elementary occupations
15% Sports and fitness occupations
5% Finance Professionals
5% Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
5% Finance Professionals
5% Administrative occupations

An average 16.7%† of the study time on this course is spent with your tutors (either face to face or online) in lectures, seminars, small group tutorials and workshops. There will also be opportunities for individual tuition. Some of your submissions may involve producing a podcast, contributing to an exhibition, or working on an archive. Assessment is based on both written and practical work including examinations, essays, oral presentations, research analysis reports and portfolios. **† Based on 20/21 programme specifications** Your module specification/course handbook will provide full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.

Grading Distribution

Students of the course received the following grades

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Economics

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees

Please see our website for more information - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Economics and History, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Economics and History BA (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
EU £16500 year 1
International £16500 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of University of Huddersfield in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Huddersfield in related subject specific rankings.

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #19 
    • #20 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #40 
    • #50 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

See all 27 university rankings of University of Huddersfield

About University of Huddersfield

The University of Huddersfield is a research university which is maintained through public funding, based in Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, England. The university’s main campus, known as Queensgate, is located within just five minute’s walking distance of Huddersfield city centre. In addition, there are two other campuses used for distinct functions, the Oldham campus and the Barnsley campus.

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Student composition of University of Huddersfield

undergraduates:
11075
postgraduates:
3010
Total:
14085
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