/ Undergraduate /
Start date:
September 2024
You'll need:
112 UCAS points(or equivalent)
Foundation year entry: 64 UCAS points (or equivalent)
UCAS codes:
L212
L211 (if choosing Foundation Year)
Explore the dynamic interplay of global affairs across time - past, present, and future. This programme allows you to study a combination of Politics, International Relations, and History, where every class ignites your curiosity and sparks intellectual growth. With a dynamic curriculum tailored to provoke thought and inspire action, you'll dissect political systems, unravel the complexities of international relations, and dive deep into the tapestry of historical events.
Did you know?
Roehampton has been ranked 11th best in the UK for History for excellent student support (The Guardian League Table 2023).
This course is also available with a foundation year (September entry only)
Find out more about our Foundation Year
Foundation Scholarship available (home students enrolling on degrees with foundation years)
Modules
These modules are those we currently offer for 1 year (full-time) and may be subject to change.
- An Introduction to Political Studies and Skills
- Making History
- American History from Columbus to Cold War
- An Introduction to International Relations
- Comparative Government and Politics
- Cities and Empires
Skills
This degree will provide a modern perspective on these interrelated issues.
On our BA Politics, International Relations, and History degree, our priority is to ensure that you graduate with a professional skillset. This incorporates:
- Analysing the interplay of global affairs in the past, present, and future.
- Gaining a comprehensive understanding of political systems, international relations, and their place in history.
- Understanding how politics and international relations have unfolded throughout history is crucial for making an impact.
- Learning traditional research skills.
- Acquiring digital literacy to uncover past and current affairs.
Learning
Experience a dynamic, contemporary curriculum while working with leading experts.
Working in both small groups and individually, you'll enjoy a mix of lectures and seminars as you progress through modules, including:
- American History from Columbus to the Cold War
- Cities and Empires
- An Introduction to Political Studies and Skills
- Comparative Government and Politics
In year 2, you will study the Applied Humanities: Professional Practice and Placement module, allowing you to apply your skills in hands-on experiences. In Year 3, you will engage in the new Humanities Project module, which supports projects across humanities disciplines.
Throughout the course, you'll be supported by a dedicated and passionate team of lecturers and sector professionals.
Assessment
Push yourself further with real-world assignments.
Throughout the course, you'll experience a wide range of assessments that enhance your understanding and practical skills, while giving you a taste of practices within the workplace. These include:
- Written examinations
- Research project presentations
- Essays
- Practical assessments involving research and data collection
This programme tests critical and creative thinking through coursework.
Career
This degree challenges you to think globally and comparatively, engaging with cultural, social, economic, political, and intellectual history.
You will learn how historians and political scholars operate, with practical opportunities to engage in public discourse and digital humanities projects.
If you’re ready to learn, we’ll help you gain the confidence and opportunities to achieve.
Our Careers team is on hand to help from the start of your studies until after you graduate. Under their guidance you’ll benefit from a wide range of support, including:
- CV building
- Interview preparation
- Mentoring
- Industry connections
- Work experience
- Volunteering opportunities
- Job fairs
- Introductions to future employers
Open days
Get a real taste of our campus, community and what it’s like to study at Roehampton
Applying
Full-time UK undergraduate students apply through UCAS.
Course subject to curriculum review and validation.
Entry tariff
112 UCAS points (or equivalent)
Foundation Year entry: 64 UCAS points (or equivalent)
General entry requirements
September 2024 entry tuition fees
Year one fees
UK: £9,250
Placement year: £998
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. See our 2024 financial support pages for UK students.
We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.
International undergraduate students apply through our direct application system.
Course subject to curriculum review and validation.
Entry tariff
We welcome applications from students studying T Levels.
For all courses we also accept a wide range of other qualifications and experience. Contact us to find out more.
When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential, and can offer flexibility in entry requirements. Find out more about our Contextual Offer scheme.
General entry requirements
September 2024 entry tuition fees
Year one fees
EU and International: £15,488
Placement year: £998
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. See our 2024 financial support pages for international students.
We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.
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