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History and Politics - BA (Hons)
University of Cambridge
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History and Politics at Cambridge is a joint degree that gives you the opportunity to combine the study of politics and history. Youll explore the ways that historical and political understanding illuminate the modern world. Our course covers a range of subjects from our history, politics and international relations courses. Please note that it’s not possible to apply to this course as an affiliate student (to take the course as a second undergraduate degree in a year less than usual).

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An incredible place to study, full of inspiring students, lecturers and staff. I would never have had the opportunities to meet so many influential people had I not applied here..Read more

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Human, Social, and Political Sciences - BA (Hons)
An incredible place to study, full of inspiring students, lecturers and staff. I would never have had the opportunities to meet so many influential people had I not applied here...
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