BA (Hons) History and Politics at Lancaster University

Programme overview

Studying History and Politics allows us to understand the places, people and decisions that shape major political moments. At Lancaster we provide hands-on training in historical research and provide you with the skills and understanding you need to influence contemporary politics. Our programme equips you with a thorough knowledge of the political conditions of the past – as well as insight into the factors that will shape the future.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences | Department: School of Global Affairs | Duration: Full time 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Parties, Populism and Protest, Policy Lab, Controversy in History, Modern Worlds. Year 2 core modules: Theories of Power and the State, Human and Environment, Understanding Political Research. Year 3 core modules: Politics and International Relations Dissertation.

Career pathways

The course equips you with the skills and knowledge to succeed in a wide range of careers. The combination of historical awareness and nuanced understanding of the political process will prepare you for roles in public policy, international relations, journalism, education think tanks, charities, the civil service, journalism, political organizations, consultancy and beyond.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: AAB. Access to HE Diploma: 36 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 9 Level 3 credits at Merit. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD. BTEC in combination with A levels: A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade AB plus BTEC at D. International Baccalaureate: 35 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects. T levels: Distinction overall. GCSE requirements: English Language grade 4/C. English language requirements: If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for this programme.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

International applicants: GBP 26,300 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

Duration: Full time 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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