Course summary

Study History from the sixteenth century to modern day, while developing knowledge and capabilities in applied economic analysis to solve real business issues. KEY FEATURES OF THE COURSE 1. Combining two subjects boosts your employability and gives you the opportunity to develop knowledge and expertise in two subject areas, making you a more versatile graduate 2. Benefit from Derby and Derbyshire’s rich historical and cultural heritage as the backdrop to your studies 3. You’ll develop strong applied skills in the application of economic analysis to business issues 4. Put economic theory into practice – our Financial Markets Lab allows you to experience the pace and excitement of the trading floor 5. Opportunities to go on international study trips add an extra dimension to your studies HOW YOU’LL LEARN: For History modules you’ll learn through a mix of lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials, study visits and co-curricular learning. Real world learning is at the heart of our economics modules, with the focus on solving genuine business problems as well as engaging with external experts to discuss economic concepts. You’ll learn through a compelling combination of:

• interactive lectures

• expert speakers

• problem-solving seminars

• group work

• group discussion

• workshops

• case study analysis

• computer lab work

• practical analysis

• Teaching

• Libraries

• Museums and archives

• Retail and commercial management

• Human resources

• Marketing