Modern History and Politics, BA (Hons), with study abroad

This dual honours degree in modern history and politics at Southampton equips students to critically interpret past events, ideas, and societal histories while fostering essential skills in critical thinking and communication for future careers. The programme explores contemporary challenges such as international security, migration, and globalisation, complemented by the study of political organisation and behaviour. Ranked joint 10th for history research quality in the 2024 Complete University Guide, the course provides access to valuable resources like the Parkes archive, year abroad opportunities in destinations including Europe, the US, and Asia, and advanced digital humanities facilities featuring virtual reality and immersive technologies.Students engage with a range of modules tailored to their interests, covering topics like international relations, political systems, and theories of justice, with options for customisation. Learning occurs through lectures, tutorials, coursework, and independent projects, while assessment includes essays, dissertations, exams, and group work. Personal academic tutors offer ongoing support and feedback to enhance development throughout the programme.

You will study a variety of topics that cover the fundamental aspects of History, and you will have the opportunity to tailor your course to your interests by choosing some of your modules. Just some of the modules you may study include: an Introduction to International Relations, Political Systems, Contemporary Theories of Justice, Reading Histories, and Domination and the Arts of Resistance. For further module information visit https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/modern-history-politics-with-year-abroad-degree-ba#modules.