History and Politics, BA (Hons)

This combined degree equips you with essential skills as a historian and political analyst, building expertise in critical historical events, themes, and source analysis. You'll explore a broad range of periods studied by experts in the Department of History, while examining past social and political events to understand today's world and anticipate future challenges. The curriculum covers societies from 1000 BCE to the 21st century, addressing global political, social, economic, and cultural themes to contextualize issues in the UK, EU, and beyond. Through case studies and political theories, you'll develop and articulate views on key societal problems, such as food poverty, climate change, and free speech.Over three years, you'll acquire transferable skills for diverse careers in government, charities, and media. Reasons to study include top-10 ranking in International Relations (The Guardian University Guide 2024), research-led special subjects in your final year with expert-led seminars, and a focus on small-group teaching with 12-16 students per history module.