History and International Relations BA (Hons) at Brunel University of London

Then our History and International Relations combined degree is ideal for you. If you want to not only understand contemporary global affairs, but also want to know the events which have shaped the world we live in, then we have the course for you. Whether your interest is migration, war, diplomacy, slavery or many other areas, by studying for a BA (Hons) in History and International Relations you’ll be able to look through the lenses of both a historian and an international relations theorist.

Faculty: College of Arts, Law and Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Social and Political Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement  |  Study mode: full-time; placement year option  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This strand focuses world history. Compulsory modules by year include Year 1: Fundamentals of the Social Sciences, Special Subjects A, Contemporary Challenges, Special Subjects B; Year 2: Historians and their Craft, Theories of International Relations; Year 3: Dissertation, Advanced Research Skills for Social and Political Sciences.

Career pathways

Studying on the History degree programmes will provide you with key transferable employment skills based on a wide range of written and oral communication skills in addition to analytical and critical thinking skills. Our programmes are built with input from business professionals with the specific aim of helping you enter the workplace fully equipped and confident of your abilities.

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