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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Politics, International Relations, and History
University of Roehampton
Entry requirements
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Most popular A-levels studied
The Politics, International Relations, and History course at University of Roehampton features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Psychology | D |
| Sociology | C |
| Economics | D |
| English Literature | D |
| Government and Politics | C |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| History | B |
| Biology | B |
| Sociology | B |
| Chemistry | E |
| English Language | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L212
Here's what University of Roehampton says about its Politics, International Relations, and History course.
About the course
BA Politics, International Relations, and History brings together three interconnected disciplines to help you explore the dynamic interplay of global affairs across past, present and future. You will examine how power has been exercised, challenged and reimagined, from the emergence of global capitalism in the nineteenth century to the political, social and environmental challenges shaping the world today.
Studying on Roehampton’s green parkland campus and drawing on London’s rich political and cultural resources, you will analyse political systems, unpack international tensions and explore historical events that shape contemporary debates around freedom, identity and equality. History at Roehampton is ranked 12th best in the UK in the Guardian League Table 2024, ranked 1st in London for Academic Support in the National Student Survey 2024, and recognised as a top modern university in London for History.
What you’ll study
You’ll build a solid foundation in politics, international relations and modern history, while gaining professional skills valued across public service, media, research and international sectors, including qualitative and quantitative research methods, archival research, data analysis using tools such as SPSS, digital humanities approaches, policy analysis and critical evaluation of global affairs.
Modules offered can vary each year but may include:
• The History Lab
• Understanding Global Politics
• Political Concepts: Ideas in Context
• What is Politics?
How you’ll learn
You will learn through:
• Interactive workshops combining short lectures with discussion, debates and simulations
• Collaborative activities and research led teaching exploring global affairs
• Practical research using archives, digital humanities tools and data analysis software
• Independent research projects developing analytical and problem solving skills
• Coursework assessments including research presentations, analytical essays and consultancy style reports
You will also benefit from dedicated academic guidance tutors, regular feedback and access to London’s political, cultural and archival resources to support your research.
Future opportunities
This degree prepares you to think globally and comparatively, engaging with political, social, cultural and intellectual histories from across the world. You will develop the confidence, research expertise and communication skills needed to succeed in a wide range of careers.
• Civil service
• Publishing
• Broadcasting and media
• Legal professions
• Charity and third sector organisations
• Teaching
The course also provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study in politics, international relations, history and related fields.
Facilities
You will study within a vibrant academic community supported by specialist humanities resources and access to London’s political and cultural institutions.
• Dedicated seminar and workshop spaces designed for interactive learning
• Access to archives, digital humanities tools and data analysis software
• Library and study spaces supporting independent research
• Opportunities to engage with external practitioners in charities, government and NGOs
These facilities support your academic development and help you apply political, international and historical knowledge with confidence.
Source: University of Roehampton
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
Social Sciences
Location
Main Site | London
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• History
• International relations
• Politics
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £16,950 per year (provisional) |
| International | £16,950 per year (provisional) |
University of Roehampton student reviews
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Roehampton
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Politics, International Relations, and History course at University of Roehampton features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
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Teaching on my course
84%
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Teaching on my course
84%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
83%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
95%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
77%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
82%
low
Learning opportunities
86%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
89%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
88%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
89%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
80%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
86%
med
Assessment and feedback
85%
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Assessment and feedback
85%
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How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
87%
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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
85%
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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
77%
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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
87%
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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
88%
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Academic support
93%
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Academic support
93%
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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
91%
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Organisation and management
85%
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Organisation and management
85%
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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
85%
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How well organised is your course?
84%
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Learning resources
88%
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Learning resources
88%
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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
84%
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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
91%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
91%
med
Student voice
80%
med
Student voice
80%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
74%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
84%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
84%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
79%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
91%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
81%
med
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Teaching on my course
98%
high
Teaching on my course
98%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
100%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
92%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
100%
high
Learning opportunities
95%
high
Learning opportunities
95%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
92%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
92%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
100%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
100%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
92%
high
Assessment and feedback
95%
high
Assessment and feedback
95%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
92%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
100%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
83%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
100%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
100%
high
Academic support
100%
high
Academic support
100%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
100%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
100%
high
Organisation and management
96%
high
Organisation and management
96%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
91%
high
How well organised is your course?
100%
high
Learning resources
100%
high
Learning resources
100%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
100%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
100%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
100%
high
Student voice
92%
high
Student voice
92%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
75%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
100%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
100%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
70%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
100%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
73%
low
Student information
The Politics, International Relations, and History course at University of Roehampton features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Roehampton graduates who took Politics, International Relations, and History - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£20.8k
First year after graduation
£25.6k
Third year after graduation
£29.2k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Politics, International Relations, and History.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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