History and Politics BA (Hons)
University of Hull
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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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The University of Hull

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Influence the present through a deeper understanding of the past with a degree that combines the natural subjects of history and politics. Be inspired by Hull’s rich political history and learn from expert academics, exploring the progress made by people, events and the government. Learning is not confined to the classroom in this course – you could get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness current politics first-hand on a three-month internship at Westminster.You could also study ...Read more

Influence the present through a deeper understanding of the past with a degree that combines the natural subjects of history and politics. Be inspired by Hull’s rich political history and learn from expert academics, exploring the progress made by people, events and the government. Learning is not confined to the classroom in this course – you could get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness current politics first-hand on a three-month internship at Westminster.You could also study abroad for a semester at any of our partner institutions, exploring how history and politics continue to shape our wider world.


Why study at Hull?

- Westminster placement: Get a once-in-a-lifetime look behind the scenes interning for a Westminster MP on our parliamentary scheme, which has been running for 35 years.- A city steeped in history: Explore the Hull History Centre, the Blaydes Maritime Centre, and the world-renowned Wilberforce Institute. And access over a million books, journals and periodicals at our Brynmor Jones Library.- Study abroad: Put the theory into practice while enhancing your chances of getting a job by studying abroad for a trimester at any of our partner institutions.


Where could this take me?

You’ll graduate with practical experience of complex data analysis, negotiation, communication, teamworking and time management: all in-demand skills with potential employers.There are a wide range of roles available to you as a History and Politics graduate, such as political researcher, historian, museum conservator, researcher, or teacher. Hull graduates also work in journalism, the Civil Service, marketing, and law.

Key stats

History
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
37th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
73rd
History
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 - 84 = 16% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
16%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
94%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
History graduate salary at this uni
£19,000
UK History graduate salary
£18,000
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 - 84 = 16% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
16%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Politics graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Politics graduate salary
£21,000
What students say
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15 May 14

I was initially sceptical about going to Hull; it's city has a far-from glowing reputation, and I didn't know much about the University. I cannot stress just how pleased I am that..Read more

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Entry requirements

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UCAS Tariff

UCAS Tariff:

112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 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

Points can be from any qualification on the UCAS tariff, but must include at least 80 points from A levelsBTEC Subsidiary Diploma, Diploma or Extended DiplomaOCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma, Diploma or Extended DiplomaCACHE Diploma or Extended DiplomaIrish Leaving CertificateScottish HighersWelsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diplomaor a combination of appropriate Level 3 qualifications

Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum 112 UCAS tariff points

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Popular A-level subjects

Politics

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

History
63%
Government & Politics
61%
General Studies
30%
English Literature
23%
Economics
18%
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History

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

Psychology
50%
History
47%
English Literature
22%
General Studies
22%
Sociology
20%
HESA

Tuition fees

Students living in

England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£16,500 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£16500 Per year

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University of Hull
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