Keele University

Modern History and Politics BA (Hons)

Keele UniversityStaffordshire, UK

Course overview

From historical events to political affairs, uncover the past and examine the key influences shaping today's society on Keele's Modern History and Politics BA. Learn how to apply history to address urgent issues facing politics and discover the complex challenges and contemporary issues in an ever-changing political world. Become equipped for an exciting career in the public or private sector, with advanced skills in problem-solving, analytical thinking and effective communication.

Key highlights

  • Apply historical understanding to urgent contemporary political issues
  • Explore complex challenges in an ever-changing political world
  • Option to add an international year or placement year
  • Develop advanced problem-solving, analytical thinking and communication skills

Entry requirements

  • A-level: BBC — A Level: BBC BTEC: DMM T Level: Merit
  • BTEC: DMM — A Level: BBC BTEC: DMM T Level: Merit
  • T-level: Merit — A Level: BBC BTEC: DMM T Level: Merit

Scholarships

  • Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarships

    A full tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years; A cash award of £1200 each year towards living costs.

  • International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship

    Awards of £1,000 for international students undertaking the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

    Up to £1,000
  • Placement Bursary Initiative

    The Placement Bursary Initiative could be worth up to £500 during your unpaid/paid, non-mandatory placement.

  • The Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG)

    Awards of £3,000 will be awarded towards the tuition fee for the year of entry for students who exceed published entry requirements.

    Up to £3,000
  • Undergraduate Global Scholarship (UG)

    Eligible students will be awarded £3,000 per annum for every year studied (up to 4 years, not including placement years).

    Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Policy officer
  • Civil servant
  • Political researcher
  • Public affairs consultant
  • Journalist
  • Heritage officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £18,200

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 Keele University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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