History/Politics (Equal) BA (Hons)
Course Overview - History/Politics (Equal) BA (Hons)
Understanding the past is crucial to responding to the political challenges of the future.
This exciting combined degree in History and Politics will help you attain a global understanding of events, institutions and structures. Youll explore how human society works now, and how it has worked in the past. Youll analyse the meaning of ideas such as freedom and democracy, and investigate the factors that have shaped society and culture around the world over time. Youll join two highly respected research intensive departments, being taught by academics at the forefront of thei...
Understanding the past is crucial to responding to the political challenges of the future.<br/><br/>This exciting combined degree in History and Politics will help you attain a global understanding of events, institutions and structures. Youll explore how human society works now, and how it has worked in the past. Youll analyse the meaning of ideas such as freedom and democracy, and investigate the factors that have shaped society and culture around the world over time. Youll join two highly respected research intensive departments, being taught by academics at the forefront of their field. Youll graduate with the knowledge and the practical skills to play your part in tackling some of the world’s most important problems.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
10/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
VL12
Institution Code
Y50
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
Access to HE Diploma
D:39,M:6
Pass Access to HE Diploma with 39 credits at Distinction including at least 9 in History-related units and 6 at Merit or higher.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in History or Classical Civilisation (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DDD
We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in History or Classical Civilisation (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
Extended Project
A
If you achieve an A or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.
A level
A,A,A
Essential Subjects: History or Classical Civilisation (or equivalent) at grade A is essential.
T Level
We consider a range of T Level qualifications, in combination with an A Level in History or Classical Civilisation (or equivalent qualification). Please contact us to discuss your qualifications.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A
We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £26,900 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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