History and Economics, BA (Hons)

This Joint Honours programme in History and Economics enables you to study history from the sixteenth century to the present while building expertise in applied economic analysis to address real business challenges. Key features include enhanced employability through dual-subject versatility, immersion in Derby and Derbyshire’s historical heritage, practical skills in economic application, hands-on experience in the Financial Markets Lab, and international study trips.Learning combines lectures, seminars, workshops, and study visits for history with real-world economics focus via interactive lectures, expert speakers, problem-solving seminars, group work, case studies, and computer labs. Graduates leverage transferable skills like critical analysis and communication for careers in teaching, museums, HR, marketing, finance, consultancy, government, and beyond, with flexible study pathways available—view the course page for details.