BA (Hons) Modern History and Politics at University of Lincoln

Programme overview

The modern world has been shaped by political decisions, conflict, revolution, social change, and global movements. BA (Hons) Modern History and Politics at the University of Lincoln explores how historical events from the modern era continue to influence contemporary politics, international relations, governments, and societies today.

Faculty: History, Classical Studies and Conservation | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time, optional placement year | Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course explores the interaction between modern history and politics, helping you understand how past events continue to influence contemporary societies, governments, and global affairs. Core modules include Forging the Modern State, People, Power and Politics, Skills for Social and Political Sciences, The Historian’s Craft.

Career pathways

A Modern History and Politics degree prepares graduates for careers that require analytical thinking, communication, research, and an understanding of political and social change.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104 to 112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. A Level: BBC BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM T Level: Merit Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points. International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall GCSE's: Minimum of three at grade 4 or above, which must include English and Maths . Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered. We will also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 16,900 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/undergraduatestudy/howtoapply/

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