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History and Politics BA (Hons)

University of Greenwich

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Greenwich (Greenwich Campus)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


Our history and politics degree offers an in-depth introduction to history and politics in a setting with a rich historical and political heritage.

This degree in history and politics introduces you to the study of contemporary and historical political theory and practice. Our innovative modules explore race, gender, violence, political systems and international development. You'll examine questions such as 'what do democracy, power and freedom mean?' and 'how did people come to the vote the way they do?'You'll study five hundred years of British, European and global history in a historic location that offers easy access to important museum and library collections in London. You'll also be able to boost your future career prospects with a work placement in the political/policy, heritage, cultural or education sector.


What you should know about this course

- You’ll study contemporary and historical political theory and practice in a vibrant and engaged intellectual setting.- You’ll work with creative and inspiring teachers on innovative modules exploring race, gender, violence, political systems and international development.- In the final year, you can develop practical and professional skills through a dissertation or work placement.- Throughout the course, you are supported to achieve your career goals through innovative applied history and politics modules and skills-enriching assignments.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 17,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Greenwich

University of Greenwich

University of Greenwich

  • University League Table

    110th

  • Campus address

    University of Greenwich, Old Royal Naval College, Park Row, Greenwich, SE10 9LS, England

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The university offers an EU bursary, an International Scholarships Award and an International Hardship Fund for international applicants.
Its London and Kent campuses are the perfect blend of old and new, with modern teaching spaces set within splendid historic buildings and grounds.
In 2025, London was voted the best student city in the world for the sixth year running (QS Best Student Cities rankings), offering unforgettable experiences.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    74th out of 91 5

    60th out of 79 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    110 54%

    74th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    42nd

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.32 83%

    20th

    6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 215
    114 53%

    58th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    48th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    45th

    1

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