University of Strathclyde

History & Politics and International Relations

University of StrathclydeGlasgow, United Kingdom

Course overview

Learn about the context in which we live today through some of the most important and interesting periods in history. As a politics student, you'll look at the work of governments and their policies.

Key highlights

  • Explores some of the most important and interesting periods in history
  • Examines how history shapes the context in which we live today
  • Politics study focuses on the work of governments and their policies

Entry requirements

  • Scottish Highers: AAAA — Standard entry requirements *: 1st sitting; 2nd sitting: AAAAB (Higher English, Maths/Applications of Mathematics National 5 B-C, or equivalent) Minimum entry requirements * * : 1st sitting: AABB 2nd sitting: AABBB (Higher English B and Maths/Applications of Mathematics National 5 C) Preferred subjects Classical Studies Drama Economics Gaelic Geography History Modern Studies Modern Language (German/French/Spanish/Italian) Philosophy Politics Psychology Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies Sociology
  • A-level: ABB-BBB — A Levels: ABB-BBB
  • International Baccalaureate: 30-32 — International Baccalaureate: 32-30
  • HNC / HND — Social Sciences: AAB in Graded Units may enable second-year entry to History with Politics & International Relations or Psychology with six HNC/HND credits in each of the two subjects Irish Leaving Certific

Scholarships

  • Asylum Seeker Scholarship

    Value: Cost of tuition fees and essential study costs.

  • BBA International Scholarship

    25% fee reduction per year (three years in total).

  • Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Undergraduate Study

    Value: 15% of tuition fees for each year of study - typically £4,650 for first year.

  • Faculty of Science Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students

    Scholarships of between £6,000 - £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students joining an eligible undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Science in the 2026/27 academic year.

    Up to £6,000
  • Humanities & Social Sciences: Undergraduate International Dean's Excellence Scholarship

    Value: £5,000 per year of academic study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Awards (Undergraduate)

    Value: 25% fee reduction per year.

  • Undergraduate Scholarships for Physics International Students

    Scholarships of £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students.

    Up to £7,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Policy Officer
  • Civil Servant
  • Political Researcher
  • Parliamentary Assistant
  • Archivist
  • Journalist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £22,750

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Strathclyde, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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