The History and Politics programme explores contemporary events and their relation to historical precedents and causes. The course examines political processes, philosophical justifications of political systems, and the range of challenges modern politics faces. The course blends theory and practice, giving you work relevant skills. There are core strands in contemporary world history; global politics; history and media and political theory.​ There are opportunities to develop specialist expertise and to develop your understanding of professional policy and practice through professional work placements with local employers and agencies in relevant institutions.

​​Graduate destinations include primary and secondary teaching (after further study), journalism, local government, civil service, social researcher, local government officer, marketing, HR, and PR.