Debate the principles that govern a prosperous society and hone your analytical skills against pressing political crises. From tax on tea to the global distribution of wealth, everything economic is also political. By studying these subjects together you will gain a broader appreciation for the intersections of wealth and power, poverty and political unrest. You'll be challenged by world-class academics to critically assess both fundamental political structures and economic theories and to analyse what happens where these meet. 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, and employers value the skills you will develop in thinking across boundaries and engaging critically with a range of material.
A Level: AAB | Essential Subjects: Mathematics (or equivalent) at grade B is essential. | T Level | We consider a range of T Level qualifications, in combination with an A Level in Mathematics (or equivalent qualification). Please contact us to discuss your qualifications. | Scottish Higher | Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. | Access to HE Diploma: 36 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 9 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | Pass Access to HE Diploma with 36 credits at Distinction and 9 at Merit or higher including Mathematics-related units. | Scottish Advanced Higher | Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. | Extended Project: A | If you achieve A or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 35 UCAS points | With 5 in Higher Level Mathematics or 7 in Standard Level Mathematics. | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: {'start': ['A'], 'end': ['B']} | We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDD | We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Mathematics (or equivalent qualification) at grade B is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Mathematics equivalent. | OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: DDD | We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Mathematics (or equivalent qualification) at grade B is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Mathematics equivalent. | OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma: DD | Plus B in A Level Mathematics. | OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate: D | Plus AB at A Level. B in A Level Mathematics is essential. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DD | Plus B in A Level Mathematics. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016): D | Plus AB at A Level. B in A Level Mathematics is essential.
Please note these fees are for 2026 entry. Fees for 2027 entry are yet to be confirmed and will be updated as soon as possible. For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-funding/ — UG Standard Band 2 2027 entry
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