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Economic History

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 28/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
London School of Economics and Political Science
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2026-2027
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Course summary

Why are some countries rich and others poor? What forces shape inequality? What can the past teach us about current and future economic crises?

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.

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Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • London School of Economics and Political Science

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 28/09/2026

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14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
V300
Institution code:
L72
Campus name:
London School of Economics and Political Science
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.

Apply by
14 January

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.

Application codes

Course code:
V300
Institution code:
L72
Campus name:
London School of Economics and Political Science
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

A level - AAA

Including Economics or History.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 38 points

766 at Higher Level, including Economics or History.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

For applicants from the UK, contextual information is used to gain a more complete picture of the educational and individual context of an applicant. This allows our admissions selectors to assess achievement and potential whilst recognising the challenges an applicant may have faced.

Applicants who have been flagged for the attention of the admissions selector will receive additional consideration which may include a lower contextual offer. Full details can be found on our programme pages.

Learn more on the London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
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Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
A*AA Most common
  1. A*A*A*
  2. Highest grades
  3. AAB
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

26% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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100 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

100 Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9535*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535*Year 1
Scotland£9535*Year 1
Wales£9535*Year 1
Channel Islands£9535*Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9535*Year 1
EU£27500*Year 1
International£27500*Year 1

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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