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Economic History

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
UCAS CODE: V300

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    London School of Economics and Political Science - University of London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

This BSc Economic History degree looks at the historical development of economies in social, political and cultural contexts. Drawing on both quantitative and qualitative perspectives, you’ll apply concepts and theories from across the social sciences to explore real-world issues.Our department is world-leading for research and teaching in economic history – and one of only a few of its kind in the world. We offer a huge range of economic history courses covering virtually every global region and historical period. You can also study thematic courses covering financial and monetary history, the history of technology and innovation, slavery, historical economic geography and more.As you progress, you’ll acquire wide-ranging, transferable skills that are sought-after by employers. Our graduates progress to highly paid and rewarding careers in the City, consulting, the Civil Service, government, NGOs and the charity sector, teaching and academia.Graduate destinations:Economic history combines the skills of the economist, the statistician and the sociologist, as well as those of the historian, therefore graduates leave with a portfolio of highly transferable skills that can be applied across a wide variety of employment sectors. Our graduates can be found in senior positions throughout many professions, in the City, financial and market consultancy, NGOs and the charity sector, the civil service, sales and marketing, teaching, government and academia.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • University League Table

    3rd

  • Campus address

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, Houghton Street, London, Greater London, WC2A 2AE, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    1st out of 91 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    180 89%

    8th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    91.0 91%

    1st

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.27 82%

    39th

    4

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