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

Economics and Philosophy

University of York

(4.1)
169 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Economics and Philosophy course at University of York.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,A,B

Essential Subjects: Mathematics (or equivalent) at grade B is essential.

Most popular A-levels studied

The Economics and Philosophy course at University of York features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.

Economics
Philosophy
SubjectGrade
MathematicsA
Religious StudiesB
EconomicsA
English LiteratureA
HistoryB
SubjectGrade
MathematicsB
EconomicsA
HistoryB
Government and PoliticsA
GeographyA
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: L1V5

Here's what University of York says about its Economics and Philosophy course.

Explore the ethical implications of financial decisions, and train your mind as you question the fundamental principles that underpin society.

Economic forces affect every aspect of our lives, from the price of coffee to our structures of government. Study these pressures under the guidance of world-class researchers and analyse the philosophical implications of economic theory. You'll learn with a diverse and international student body, and with opportunities to study abroad you can develop a truly global perspective. Our active Club of Politics, Economics and Philosophy (PEP) encourages debate beyond the classroom. The skills you will develop in thinking across boundaries and engaging critically with a range of material are highly valued by employers.

Source: University of York

Course details

Qualification

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

Department

Politics, Economics and Philosophy

Location

Main Site | York

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Philosophy

• Economics

Start date

October 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,535 per year
EU£27,250 per year
International£27,250 per year

University of York student reviews

(4.1)
Based on 169 reviews from University of York's students and alumni
5 star
39%
4 star
35%
3 star
20%
2 star
4%
1 star
2%
All reviews

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1st year student

1 year ago

Very good but could improve with including other people who may not be a drinking person

(3)
Student Union

1st year student

1 year ago

Fun night life but not many shops to go around

(3)
University life

1st year student

1 year ago

Very expensive and the aldi is very far from the east campus. There is a Nisa which is way too expensive for students living by. My accommodation cost is expensive especially living with 12 people.

(1)
Finance

1st year student

1 year ago

Very good there is the wellbeing team who can help people during their hard times. Plus there is people who can support thise who may have not found a house or not found any flatmates

(5)
Support

1st year student

1 year ago

I like the accommodations however I dont like the people I am living with. If only they did the application where you match up people by hobbies and interests like Warick University does.

(4)
Facilities

1st year student

1 year ago

I like the timetable set for them, the module may need to think about not making them all presentations. The teacher is good.

(4)
Course

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of York

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

The Economics and Philosophy course at University of York features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni

Economics
Philosophy

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

74%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

79%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

62%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

83%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

73%

low

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

74%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

62%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

73%

low

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

68%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

59%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

66%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

41%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

58%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

52%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

90%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

78%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

78%

low

How well organised is your course?

72%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

86%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

94%

high

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

83%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

34%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

77%

low

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

62%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

57%

low

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

80%

low

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

77%

low

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

81%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

96%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

86%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

94%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

76%

low

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

80%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

73%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

92%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

75%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

81%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

85%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

66%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

85%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

65%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

92%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

90%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

82%

med

How well organised is your course?

82%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

82%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

93%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

89%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

44%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

79%

low

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

76%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

53%

low

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

92%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

80%

med

Student information

The Economics and Philosophy course at University of York features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.

Economics
Philosophy
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female50%Male50%
Where students come from
International7%UK93%
Student performance
2:1 or above76%
Number of students740
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female30%Male70%
Where students come from
International12%UK88%
Student performance
2:1 or above74%
Number of students940
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Economics and Philosophy course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of York graduates across each of those subject areas.

Economics
Philosophy

Graduate statistics

83%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

95%

In work, study or other activity

89%

Say it fits with future plans

52%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

38%

Finance Professionals

17%

Business and public service associate professionals

13%

Business, Research and Administrative Professionals

4%

Administrative occupations

Graduate statistics

75%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

92%

In work, study or other activity

70%

Say it fits with future plans

40%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

15%

Business and public service associate professionals

15%

Managers, directors and senior officials

10%

Administrative occupations

10%

Finance Professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

The Economics and Philosophy course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for University of York graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.

Economics
Philosophy and religious studies

Earnings

£30.7k

First year after graduation

£39.1k

Third year after graduation

£53.7k

Fifth year after graduation

Earnings

£23.4k

First year after graduation

£29.9k

Third year after graduation

£36.1k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Economics and Philosophy.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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