BA (Hons) History and Politics

Course Overview This Joint Honours degree in History and Politics provides a comprehensive exploration of power dynamics throughout human history and their impact on the contemporary world. You will develop the analytical skills to understand past societies and the critical perspective to decode modern political events and rhetoric. The programme combines high-quality teaching with practical experience to prepare you for a wide range of rewarding careers. Key Program Highlights Benefit from expert teaching informed by the research of one of the UK's largest history departments and politics staff specializing in areas like digital politics and international relations. Gain practical, real-world experience through collaborative projects with museums or galleries and optional placement years in the UK or abroad. Enjoy increasing flexibility with a broad range of option units, allowing you to specialize in your specific areas of interest as you progress. Develop key employability skills through a curriculum and assessment style designed to fully prepare you for your future career. Option to internationalize your studies through studying a foreign language or spending your second year studying abroad.