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History and Politics BA (Hons)

University of Winchester

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University of Winchester
UCAS CODE: VL22

Course options

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    08-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

- Develop an informed awareness of the contemporary world and a clear understanding of the historical roots of its ideas and problems, as well as its social, economic and political structures- Our accessible and committed staff teach and research across a wide range of topics, from medieval to modern periods and across all the continents- Develop a range of transferable skills that can be applied to a variety of rewarding careers- Visit and engage with historic and political sites and communities, both nationally and internationally; recent fields trips have included Washington DC and AuschwitzUnderstanding the past is crucial to facing the political challenges of the future. Our History and Politics degree challenges you to interpret the history of societies and political cultures critically and imaginatively. Studying these two complementary subjects together will not only help you understand how the world works but why it works that way.This versatile programme examines compelling global issues such as the world economy, religions, environmentalism and international relations, covering Britain, Western Europe, the USA, Eastern Europe and East Asia.As well gaining a firm academic grounding in the workings of history and politics, you select modules from a stimulating range of global concerns and historic periods. The course culminates with a written project, bringing together the skills you acquire over three years of study.In Year 1, you assess a variety of historical periods and cultures around the world, including Asia, Europe and America. Politics topics include international relations, political philosophies and political economy. You also examine contemporary issues in global studies such as America鈥檚 role as a hegemonic power and current and future challenges to its pre-eminence.You choose from a range of optional modules in Year 2, focusing on reading original documents and giving oral presentations. Optional History modules focus on global issues in the modern world based around cultures, societies or themes.Study in Year 3 is more in-depth 鈥� you complete a supervised dissertation and study Research Methods and Debates in Globalisation. In History, you can explore topics such as genocide and the Holocaust. The Politics modules deepen study of contemporary issues, debates and controversies such as Political Islam in the Middle East, and environmental concerns.Our tutors pride themselves on the quality of their teaching and their commitment to developing your academic potential as an individual.History and Politics students garner a range of transferable skills which can be applied to a variety of rewarding careers. These skills include: effective research methods, clarity of expression, critical thinking and the capacity for argument and debate.Our graduates pursue careers in heritage and museums, politics, journalism, nongovernment organisations (NGOs), charities, interest groups and lobbying, consultancy, the civil and foreign service and teaching.Some of our graduates go on to postgraduate study at Winchester or elsewhere; there is a clear pathway from graduation to our existing MAs in Managing Contemporary Global Issues and in History.

Application deadline

29 January

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

UCAS Points

UCAS Points : 104 - 120

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University information

University of Winchester

University of Winchester

  • University League Table

    103rd

  • Campus address

    University of Winchester, Sparkford Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 4NR, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    68th out of 91 2

    75th out of 79 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    116 57%

    62nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    63rd

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    51st

    7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 215
    118 55%

    48th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    64th

    37

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.73 68%

    76th

    3

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