History and Politics BA (Hons)
City St George's, University of London (formerly City)
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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SEP-25

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3 Years

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

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This joint history and politics degree will develop your understanding of historical and contemporary political issues from an international and global perspective. Studying at a diverse university with an international outlook, you will develop expert knowledge of the key historical events and political processes that have shaped the modern world.The History and Politics joint degree will appeal to ambitious students interested in developing a deep understanding of politics and political ...Read more

This joint history and politics degree will develop your understanding of historical and contemporary political issues from an international and global perspective. Studying at a diverse university with an international outlook, you will develop expert knowledge of the key historical events and political processes that have shaped the modern world.The History and Politics joint degree will appeal to ambitious students interested in developing a deep understanding of politics and political processes rooted in both the past and the present. Through a selection of modules from the City History and Politics programmes, and core seminars designed exclusively for the joint degree, you will examine key historical and political developments in a range of nations, societies and cultures.History and Politics graduates go on to work in fields such as: public policy and the public sector, politics, education, consulting, advocacy and NGOs, international organisations, law, publishing, the heritage sector, cultural and creative industries.You will be well-prepared for your future career aspirations. The course has been designed in consultation with employers from fields including the civil service, public policy research, and the charity sector. Professional development is embedded throughout the program at all levels. It will equip you with a range of employment-oriented skills, including critical analysis, time management, research, teamwork, oral and written communication, and working with digital information. You will also receive training in professional writing and career planning.Duration - 4 years with placement year

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Politics
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
27th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
39th
Politics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 88 = 12% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
12%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
85%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Politics graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Politics graduate salary
£24,000

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:15,M:30 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

29 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

T Level:

M Grades / Points required

A Level General Studies, Citizenship Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.

112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of acceptable level 3 qualifications (eg. BTEC diploma and BTEC extended certificate) equivalent to three full A Levels.

A typical offer for an Access applicant would be: Pass 60 credits overall including at least 45 at Level 3, with no less than 15 Level 3 credits at distinction and any remaining Level 3 credits no lower than merit. The Access qualification should be supplemented by a minimum of grade 4/C in each of GCSE mathematics and English language.

29 points overall including a minimum of 5 in at least two Higher Level subjects. A minimum of 5 in SL Mathematics and English will be required.

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Any pathway accepted

Popular A-level subjects

Politics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Government & Politics
52%
History
36%
Economics
33%
English Literature
28%
Sociology
23%
HESA
History

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Psychology
80%
Sociology
32%
Biology
25%
English Literature
20%
Religious Studies & Theology
17%
HESA

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£21,900 per year

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Students from EU

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£21,900 per year

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Students from International

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£21900 Per year

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City St George's, University of London (formerly City)
City St George's, University of London (formerly City) , London

Founded over 130 years ago, City, University of London is located in the heart of London....

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City St George's, University of London (formerly City)
The Admissions Office Northampton Square London Islington EC1V 0HB United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Angel  0.2 miles away Nearest train station: Barbican  0.3 miles away
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