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History and Politics - BA (Hons)

Leeds Beckett University

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Leeds Beckett University

Course options

  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    City CampusC

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Combine modern history with politics to understand the roots of contemporary issues. Study ideologies and identities and think critically about policies and political institutions.

Explore pressing issues in contemporary politics, including Brexit, climate change and the resurgence of right-wing populism. You’ll gain an in-depth historical perspective including the rise of the nation-state, European imperialism, and the ideological conflicts of the 20th century.

As part of this course, you’ll:

Examine how historical events and processes have shaped the modern world, its ideologies and political institutions

Understand how circumstances, chance and human agency have affected global events and processes

Evaluate theories, methods and approaches relevant to both history and politics and apply these to your studies with confidence and creativity

Analyse primary sources and the writings of historians and political scientists

Be introduced to political theory and key issues around governance and international relations

This course blends skills in critical thinking from a historical perspective, evaluation of evidence and consideration of context. You’ll also learn to analyse the ideas, ideologies, policies and institutions that form the foundations of modern politics.

Teaching & Learning

Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.

Career Prospects

This course will nurture your flexible, critical thinking and you’ll have the skills to participate in and reflect on political participation as an engaged citizen and learner.

Opportunities for professional practice will equip you with the knowledge and experience you’ll need in the workplace. As a graduate you’ll have a global awareness and outlook that will be valuable to employers and in further study.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 16,840per year

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

University information

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

  • University League Table

    86th

  • Campus address

    City Campus, Leeds Beckett University - City Campus, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3HE, United Kingdom

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LBU is a global university, with alumni in 166 countries worldwide and a thriving Global Village network which welcomes and supports its students.
LBU is based in Leeds, at the heart of the UK. With over 70,000 students from across the world, Leeds is one of the UK’s most student-friendly cities.
Leeds Beckett celebrates the diversity international students bring and offers a range of scholarships to support all eligible students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    77th out of 91 8

    61st out of 77 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    97 48%

    78th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    50.0 50%

    81st

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.43 86%

    12th

    7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    100 51%

    64th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    67.0 67%

    38th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.16 79%

    37th

    32

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