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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
Professor Jo Swaffield
Head of Department
Our research
Interesting examples of our research, and the relevance to wider society and the economy can be seen here:
Top 10 for research impact (Times Higher Education's ranking of the Research Excellence Framework 2014)
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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.
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News
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Individual Fellowships 2020 competition
Posted on Monday 13 July 2020
A fantastic opportunity to conduct your research at one of the UK's leading Economics departments
Top 100 Worldwide Economics Schools Research Ranking,
Posted on Friday 19 June 2020
York Economics retained top position as 9th in the UK and 76th in the world
Athena SWAN Bronze Award Success
Posted on Sunday 17 May 2020
The Department of Economics and Related Studies is delighted to have gained an Athena SWAN Bronze Award.
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Alan Krause
In 2019, our colleague Dr Alan Krause sadly died. Please see our tribute to Alan.