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History and Economics - BA (Hons)

University of Strathclyde

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    John Anderson Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Why this course?Studying history – the story of humanity through the ages – develops your knowledge of the past and gives you a better understanding of the present.Our classes cover some of the most important and interesting historical periods at home and abroad, including Scotland’s ‘Highland Problem’ in the 16th century, Slavery in World History and Cold War Europe, 1945-1991.Following the recent global economic crisis, economics is more important and relevant than ever. Decisions on money, banking, interest rates, taxation and government spending affect us all, with global consequences.Economics aims to understand the activities of the different agents in the economy – consumers, producers and the government – and how they all fit together.Studying a History & Economics, you'll benefit from excellent teaching in a range of professionally relevant areas, such as problem-solving, communication, research methods and interpretation that enhance your employability.Our BA degrees in Humanities & Social Sciences are initially broad-based. In Year 1, you'll study three subjects, including your chosen subject(s).AssessmentHistoryYou'll be assessed using methods including group work, projects, presentations, dissertations, document analysis, essays and exams.EconomicsThe majority of classes are assessed by a final exam. This mark is supplemented by one or more forms of individual and/or group coursework. In some cases, students can earn an exemption from the exam by achieving a specified coursework mark. Exams are normally held at the end of the semester in which the class is taught.Students normally have one opportunity to be re-assessed for a failed class.

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£ 21,550per year

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University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde

  • University League Table

    39th

  • Campus address

    John Anderson Campus, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, G1 1XQ, United Kingdom

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Welcoming almost 30,000 students from over 140 countries, Strathclyde offers a supportive and vibrant university experience for students of all backgrounds.
Strathclyde offers numerous scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their studies.
It's home to an International Study Centre offering international students the option to complete pre-master's programmes.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Economics

    20th out of 76 3

    24th out of 91 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    190 85%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    20th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.10 77%

    47th

    33

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    188 93%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    38th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.30 82%

    34th

    1

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