History and Politics BA (Hons)

Are you intrigued by how power has shaped the world we live in, and by the impact of global events on our everyday lives? History and Politics at Keele explores big issues such as conflict, the environment, and human rights, providing a foundational knowledge of both subjects. Develop an understanding of the impact of governmental decisions within society by engaging with conversations around power, leadership, policies and political action, and explore how these have changed over time, and how they inform the contemporary world. You will become a confident professional, with key skills in analysis and communication, preparing you for an advanced career and employment.<br/><br/>**Why choose this course?**<br/>- No. 1 in the UK. Britains best university, ranked by students (Student Crowd University Awards, 2022)<br/><br/><br/>- Join a close-knit and supportive academic community that encourages you to discuss, argue and debate political issues with your lecturers and peers, and better appreciate the views of others<br/><br/><br/>- Gain insight into various eras, cultures and societies, developing a broad understanding and interpretation of history and politics<br/><br/><br/>- Inspiring research-led teaching encourages you to critically evaluate and reflect on how political and historical events impact our world<br/><br/><br/>- Enhance your employability prospects with study abroad and work placement opportunities<br/><br/><br/>Our combined honours History and Politics course at Keele investigates how the past has shaped the world and the societies that we live in today, with consideration of power, governance, and conflict.<br/><br/>History at Keele is taught by academics who are active researchers and experts across a diverse range of fields (from political, social, economic and cultural history to the history of gender, health, sexuality and religion) and periods (from late-antiquity to the present day). You will develop your knowledge, critical thinking, and analytical skills by studying a range of topics but will also benefit from the opportunity to specialise in areas that align to your personal interests and career aspirations. You will be able to trace the course of change in key areas of human history and appreciate the impact of events, forces, and processes on individual societies and the world as a whole.<br/><br/>Politics at Keele helps you to understand society and the events and forces which shape it, engaging with questions around justice, legitimacy and accountability. Our programme allows you to study the foundations of this subject area as well as tailoring your studies to suit your individual interests, whether these are theoretical, historical, empirical or related to specific issues.<br/><br/>In Politics, you will be taught by our award-winning research active members of staff in small tutorial groups. You will be part of an active, friendly, and supportive academic community where you are encouraged to share your views and debate the most relevant and controversial contemporary political issues, examining core debates and issues such as why are people becoming disillusioned with politics? What is a democracy? When is it legitimate to resist the state?<br/><br/>**About Keele** <br/><br/>Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.<br/><br/>We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.<br/><br/>Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.