BA (Hons) History and International Relations at Loughborough University

Programme overview

Explore the impact of the past on the present and how today’s global political, economic and social challenges could shape the future. Our History and International Relations course is an exciting joint honours degree that allows you to gain first-class exposure to both disciplines in equal measure. You will benefit from learning the approaches of both subjects and will acquire a broad range of skills, with the option of specialising as you progress through the course.

Faculty: School of Social Sciences and Humanities | Department: International Relations, Politics and History | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year | Study mode: full-time; optional placement year (sandwich) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Allows students to development their academic skills for successful study in Politics, International Relations, Philosophy and/or History. Year 1 compulsory modules: Academic Foundations in International Relations, Politics and History, The Atlantic World: The Americas, Europe and Africa since the 15th Century, International Political Theory, What is History?, The Global Cold War.

Career pathways

We are proud of our reputation for helping students to develop the skills and knowledge they need to secure diverse and exciting jobs. We design our courses to ensure that they provide all students with the knowledge they need to develop an expertise in their chosen field, but also the skills they need to succeed in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical A level offer: ABB. Typical IB offer: 34 (6,5,5 HL). Typical BTEC offer: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: DDM; BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: DD plus one A level at Grade B. GCSE: GCSE English Language grade 4/C. Selection: Applicants are usually selected solely on the basis of their UCAS application, but in exceptional cases, an interview may be required. Ghana (WASSCE): Students taking the WASSCE will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year. Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

International applicants: GBP 25,500 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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