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History and Politics BA (Hons)

Leeds Beckett University

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Leeds Beckett University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    City Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Combine modern history with politics to understand the roots of contemporary issues. Study ideologies and identities and think critically about policies and political institutions.

Explore pressing issues in contemporary politics, including Brexit, climate change and the resurgence of right-wing populism. Youll gain an in-depth historical perspective including the rise of the nation-state, European imperialism, and the ideological conflicts of the 20th century.

As part of this course, youll:

Examine how historical events and processes have shaped the modern world, its ideologies and political institutions

Understand how circumstances, chance and human agency have affected global events and processes

Evaluate theories, methods and approaches relevant to both history and politics and apply these to your studies with confidence and creativity

Analyse primary sources and the writings of historians and political scientists

Be introduced to political theory and key issues around governance and international relations

This course blends skills in critical thinking from a historical perspective, evaluation of evidence and consideration of context. Youll also learn to analyse the ideas, ideologies, policies and institutions that form the foundations of modern politics.

Teaching & Learning

Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. Youll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.

Career Prospects

This course will nurture your flexible, critical thinking and youll have the skills to participate in and reflect on political participation as an engaged citizen and learner.

Opportunities for professional practice will equip you with the knowledge and experience youll need in the workplace. As a graduate youll have a global awareness and outlook that will be valuable to employers and in further study.

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 16,350per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

Entry requirements

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

UCAS Points

UCAS Points : 104

Minimum 64 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies.

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University information

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

  • University League Table

    75th

  • Campus address

    Leeds Beckett University, City Campus, Leeds, Leeds, LS1 3HE, England

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Leeds Beckett is a global university, with an alumni community of over 250,000 people based in 166 countries around the world.
LBU degrees are available to study in-country in Botswana, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Mauritius, Nepal, Singapore and Vietnam.
International students can apply for scholarships and receive in-country application support in China, India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Qatar, and Vietnam.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    49th out of 91 2

    65th out of 79 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    119 58%

    50th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    75.0 75%

    21st

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.53 88%

    7th

  • Entry standards

    / Max 215
    105 49%

    69th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    59.0 59%

    70th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.20 80%

    20th

    3

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