Program Overview

Global Affairs, Politics and International Relations with History BA (Hons)

Overview

Embark on a journey through time and across borders with our combined honours degree in Global Affairs, Politics and International Relations with History. This multidisciplinary course is meticulously crafted to weave the rich tapestry of historical events with the dynamic complexities of today's global political landscape.

Course Structure

• Level 4: Foundation Year (optional)
• Level 4: Year 1
• Level 5: Year 2
• Level 6: Year 3

Modules

Level 4

• Discovering Global Affairs: The World Past and Present (40 Credits) Core
• History Wars (40 Credits) Core
• Global Economic Thought (20 Credits) Core
• Making Sense of Political Ideas (20 Credits) Option
• Language options (20 Credits) Option

Level 5

• International Trade, Power and Diplomacy (20 Credits) Core
• Beyond the West: Geo-Politics in Context (20 Credits) Core
• History at Work (20 Credits) Core (if on a Minor Weighting in History)
• Fake History and Conspiracy Theories (20 Credits) Core (if on an Equal or Major Weighting in History)
• Rewriting History (20 Credits) Core (if on a Minor Weighting in History)
• Challenging History (20 Credits) Core (if on an Equal or Major Weighting in History)
• Experiential Learning: Researcher, Practitioner and Professional Development (40 Credits) Option
• Work Placement (40 Credits) Option
• Language options (40 Credits) Option

Level 6

• History at the Cutting Edge (40 Credits) Core (if on an Equal or Minor Weighting in History)
• Equal or Major in History Dissertation (40 Credits) Core (if on an Equal or Major Weighting in History)
• History Special Subject 1 - Presenting History (20 Credits) Core (if on an Equal or Major Weighting in History)
• History Special Subject 2 - Publicising History (20 Credits) Core (if on a Major Weighting in History)
• Africa in the World and the World in Africa (20 Credits) Core
• Crisis and Recovery: Disasters, Humanitarianism and Peace Economics (20 Credits) Core
• Major Independent Project in Global Affairs (40 Credits) Core

Entry Requirements

• Home Students:
  • UCAS points: 112
  • GCE A Level: Typical offer – BCC-BBC
  • BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma – DMM
  • International Baccalaureate: 28 points
  • Irish / Scottish Highers: Irish Highers - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4; Scottish Highers - BBBB
  • Access requirements: Access to HE Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3
• International Students:
  • UCAS points: 72
  • GCE A Level: 72 points
  • BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma – MMP
  • International Baccalaureate: 24 points
  • Irish / Scottish Highers: Irish Highers - H4, H4, H4, H4, H4; Scottish Highers - CCDD
  • Access requirements: Access to HE Diploma, Pass overall
• Foundation Year:
  • UCAS points: 72
  • GCE A Level: 72 points
  • BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma – MMP
  • International Baccalaureate: 24 points
  • Irish / Scottish Highers: Irish Highers - H4, H4, H4, H4, H4; Scottish Highers - CCDD
  • Access requirements: Access to HE Diploma, Pass overall

Fees and Funding

• Home Students: £9,535 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)
• International Students: £14,450 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)
• Foundation Year: £5,760 for the first foundation year (2025/26)

Who You'll Learn From

• Dr Michael Francis
• Dr Rachel Massey
• Dr Kara Critchell
• Dr Suzanne Francis
• Dr Mark Bendall
• Dr Rebecca Andrew
• Professor Tim Grady
• Dr David Harry
• Dr Meng Tong
• Dr Wasiu Are

Where You'll Study

• Exton Park, Chester

Your Future

• Job Prospects:
  • Diplomacy and Foreign Service
  • International Organisations and NGOs
  • Public Policy and Government
  • Historical Research and Academia
  • Intelligence and National Security
  • Journalism and Media
  • Political Consulting and Lobbying
  • International Business and Trade
  • Legal Careers
  • Cultural and Heritage Organisations
• Careers Service:
  • The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences.