BA (Hons) History and Politics at University of Portsmouth

Study a BA (Hons) History and Politics degree with a central theme of 'changing the world' - one that will equip you to address today's global challenges including social justice, inequality and migration. You'll explore the impact of key moments in global politics, in the past and the present, through studying a combination of interdisciplinary and specialist modules in both subjects. Discover how the politics of the past have shaped the world we know today.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich with work placement  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. Modules include Digital Literacy, Sustainability and AI; Interactive Learning Skills and Communication; Introduction to Anthropology; Introduction to Politics and International Relations; Introduction to Sustainability and the Environment; Introduction to Urban Studies; Legal Ethics; Legal Skills, Analysis and Discourse; Research Methods, Critical Thinking and Expression; Analysing Politics: Britain and Beyond.

Career pathways

Studying history and politics together will give you transferable skills in critical thinking, collaboration, research, analysis and argument, all of which are highly valued by many kinds of employers. You could also continue your studies at Master's or PhD level in history, politics or a combination of the two.

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