36 monthsProgramme duration
25,450 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
BA
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Our BA in Modern History, Politics and International Relations explores a range of historical and political themes which are central to today's political and social landscapes.
Through a mix of core and optional modules, you'll explore the people, ideas and movements that have influenced societies around the world.
You'll examine how communities and nations have changed over time, exploring political, social, economic and cultural developments across the British Isles, Europe (east and West), Africa, Asia and the Americas. You'll investigate topics ranging from social and gender history to emerging fields such as digital and public history.
You'll also explore how power works at local, national and global levels. You'll examine ideas such as democracy, freedom and justice and the relations between states and non-state actors, while engaging with contemporary issues including conflict, security, governance, populism and gender.
Learning how to connect past and present, analyse complex evidence and understand different perspectives, you'll develop sought-after skills in research, communication and critical thinking, preparing you for a wide range of careers in an increasingly interconnected world.
Through a mix of core and optional modules, you'll explore the people, ideas and movements that have influenced societies around the world.
You'll examine how communities and nations have changed over time, exploring political, social, economic and cultural developments across the British Isles, Europe (east and West), Africa, Asia and the Americas. You'll investigate topics ranging from social and gender history to emerging fields such as digital and public history.
You'll also explore how power works at local, national and global levels. You'll examine ideas such as democracy, freedom and justice and the relations between states and non-state actors, while engaging with contemporary issues including conflict, security, governance, populism and gender.
Learning how to connect past and present, analyse complex evidence and understand different perspectives, you'll develop sought-after skills in research, communication and critical thinking, preparing you for a wide range of careers in an increasingly interconnected world.
Programme overview
Main Subject
History
Degree
BA
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Our BA in Modern History, Politics and International Relations explores a range of historical and political themes which are central to today's political and social landscapes.
Through a mix of core and optional modules, you'll explore the people, ideas and movements that have influenced societies around the world.
You'll examine how communities and nations have changed over time, exploring political, social, economic and cultural developments across the British Isles, Europe (east and West), Africa, Asia and the Americas. You'll investigate topics ranging from social and gender history to emerging fields such as digital and public history.
You'll also explore how power works at local, national and global levels. You'll examine ideas such as democracy, freedom and justice and the relations between states and non-state actors, while engaging with contemporary issues including conflict, security, governance, populism and gender.
Learning how to connect past and present, analyse complex evidence and understand different perspectives, you'll develop sought-after skills in research, communication and critical thinking, preparing you for a wide range of careers in an increasingly interconnected world.
Through a mix of core and optional modules, you'll explore the people, ideas and movements that have influenced societies around the world.
You'll examine how communities and nations have changed over time, exploring political, social, economic and cultural developments across the British Isles, Europe (east and West), Africa, Asia and the Americas. You'll investigate topics ranging from social and gender history to emerging fields such as digital and public history.
You'll also explore how power works at local, national and global levels. You'll examine ideas such as democracy, freedom and justice and the relations between states and non-state actors, while engaging with contemporary issues including conflict, security, governance, populism and gender.
Learning how to connect past and present, analyse complex evidence and understand different perspectives, you'll develop sought-after skills in research, communication and critical thinking, preparing you for a wide range of careers in an increasingly interconnected world.
Admission Requirements
1350+
27+
176+
69+
6.5+
4.5+
83+
30+
You must have or be working towards:
- English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade C/4 or an equivalent (such as A-levels). If you require a Student visa, you must ensure your language qualification complies with UKVI requirements.
We do not accept Critical Thinking, General Studies, Citizenship Studies, or other similar equivalent subjects.
We will accept a combination of BTEC subjects, A-levels, and other qualifications, subject to the course specific grade and subject requirements.
- English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade C/4 or an equivalent (such as A-levels). If you require a Student visa, you must ensure your language qualification complies with UKVI requirements.
We do not accept Critical Thinking, General Studies, Citizenship Studies, or other similar equivalent subjects.
We will accept a combination of BTEC subjects, A-levels, and other qualifications, subject to the course specific grade and subject requirements.
3 Years
Sep
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
25,450 GBP
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