Analyse the interplay of global affairs in the past present and future. This programme allows you to undertake a combination of Politics, International Relations, and History. Roehampton has been ranked 11th best in the UK for History for excellent student support (The Guardian League Table 2023).
Entry Tariff
112 UCAS points (or equivalent)
Foundation Year entry: 64 UCAS points (or equivalent)
UCAS Code
L212
L211 (if choosing Foundation Year)
Duration
3 years (full-time)
Start date
September 2024
Degree Type
BA (single honours)
Modules
This course is offered as a degree with foundation year – a four-year programme which provides an additional foundation year at the beginning of the degree, that will give you academic and practical experience, as well as the skills you need to ensure you are equipped to successfully complete your chosen degree.
£2,000 Foundation Scholarships for all home students
Find out more about our degrees with a foundation year
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 (20 credits)
Making History (20 credits)
American History from Columbus to Cold War (20 credits)
An Introduction to International Relations (20 credits)
Comparative Government and Politics (20 credits)
Cities and Empires (20 credits)
Why this course
Roehampton has been ranked 11th best in the UK for History for excellent student support (The Guardian League Table 2023).
Experience a dynamic, contemporary curriculum working with leading experts.
In year 2 you will study the Applied Humanities: Professional Practice and Placement module, which will allow you to apply your skills in hands-on experiences. In Year 3, you will study the new Humanities Project module, which will support projects across the humanities disciplines.
Skills
This degree will provide a modern perspective on these interrelated issues.
On our BA Politics International Relations, and History, our priority is ensuring 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 played through history is important in making an impact
• Learning traditional research skills
• Learning digital literacies to uncover the past and current affairs
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You’ll also develop the attributes you need to succeed in the workplace, including:
• Written and spoken communication
• Problem-solving
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail.
How you'll learn
Experience a dynamic, contemporary curriculum working with leading experts.
Working in both small groups and individually, you’ll enjoy a mix of lectures and seminars as you work through progressive modules, including:
• American History from Columbus to 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, which will allow you to apply your skills in hands-on experiences. In Year 3, you will study the new Humanities Project module, which will support projects across the humanities disciplines.
Throughout the course, you’ll be supported by a dedicated and passionate team of lecturers and sector professionals.
How you'll be assessed
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 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.
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Career options
This degree challenges you to think globally and comparatively to engage 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.
How our careers service supports you
Our careers team is available to support you from the start of your studies until after you graduate. We will help you build your CV, prepare for interviews, and meet and learn from successful graduates working at the top of their careers. You’ll also have opportunities to work with our partners across London and beyond, and to attend a Roehampton jobs fair where you can find out about graduate opportunities and meet employers.
Application Info
How to apply
Undergraduate programmes
- September 2024 entry: Home (UK) students – apply through UCAS (Roehampton UCAS institution code is R48)
Apply now for September 2024 entry through UCAS
- September 2024 entry: International students- apply using our direct application form
Apply now for September 2024 entry
If you need any help or advice with your application, or just want to ask us a question before you apply, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We welcome applicants with a wide range of qualifications, including BTECs, A-levels and T Levels.
When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential. In some cases, we will make you a contextual offer. Contextual offers ensure that all applicants have a fair opportunity of gaining a place with us, regardless of their background. Find out more about contextual offers.
Detailed advice on applying for an undergraduate degree is available on our How to apply page.
​General entry requirements
Validation and curriculum review
What is validation?
Validation is a formal process through which the University approves a programme (content, teaching, learning and assessment) as being of appropriate standard and quality. This is a normal process used throughout the university sector.
The University expects to publish details of the validated programme in the academic year prior to the start date of the programme. You are advised to check the University website at that time to ensure that you have up-to-date information. In the meantime, if you require information you should contact 0208 392 3232.
What is curriculum review?
Curriculum review is the regular and systematic monitoring and reviewing of programmes. It is a normal process in the sector and it is the way by which the university ensures that your course remains up-to-date and relevant. The process may result in changes to the content, structure and/or assessment of the programme.
The University expects to publish details of the re-validated programme by 31 March in the academic year prior to the start date of the programme. You are advised to check the University website at that time to ensure that you have up-to-date information. In the meantime, if you require information you should contact 0208 392 3232.
Contextual offers
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.
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