Department of Economics
Welcome
As one of the largest economics departments in the UK we offer a great diversity of research expertise and research-led teaching. Our academic community of staff, students and visitors is both intellectually vibrant and international in perspective. Read more about us.
Dr Michael Thornton
Head of Department (Interim)
Our research
Interesting examples of our research, and the relevance to wider society and the economy can be seen here:
The University is a top 10 UK research institution - according to the Times Higher Education’s ranking of the latest REF results (2021).
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Equality and diversity
We are delighted to hold an Athena SWAN Bronze Award, in recognition of our commitment to gender equality.
Study at York
News
DERS retains its strong position in the REF 2021
Posted on Thursday 12 May 2022
The Department of Economics and Related Studies at York has strengthened its research performance across the board - including in research outputs, impact and environment - according to the latest Research Excellence Framework assessment.
Undergraduate of the Year Awards 2022
Posted on Wednesday 20 April 2022
Congratulations to Second Year Economics and Finance student Dominic Radley on being named a finalist for the Undergraduate of the Year Awards 2022 in the category Future Chief Financial Officer.
CISI 'L3 Introduction to Investment' Exam Results
Posted on Friday 8 October 2021
Congratulations to our sponsored students on achieving a 100% exam pass rate
First Year photo 2020-21 (PDF 
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1st Year Photo 2021-22 (PDF , 1,363kb)
Professor Ken Dixon (1929 - 2022)
The Department is very sad to learn of the death of Ken Dixon on 10 February, age 92.
Please read our Appreciation of Ken.
Finance at York
The study of finance at York is both interdisciplinary in nature and focuses on delivering public good. Our work covers actuarial science, accounting, econometrics, operations research, and more. With over thirty academics working in this field, our research expertise is split across three academic departments: the University of York Management School, the Department of Economics and Related Studies, and the Department of Mathematics.
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