History and Politics

About this programme

Our history and politics degree offers an in-depth introduction to history and politics in a setting with a rich historical and political heritage. This degree in history and politics introduces you to the study of contemporary and historical political theory and practice. Our innovative modules explore race, gender, violence, political systems and international development. You'll examine questions such as 'what do democracy, power and freedom mean?' and 'how did people come to the vote the way they do?' You'll study five hundred years of British, European and global history in a historic location that offers easy access to important museum and library collections in London. You'll also be able to boost your future career prospects with a work placement in the political/policy, heritage, cultural or education sector. This course is being refreshed for 2027/8 building-in employability, real-world problem solving skills, and wellbeing initiatives for a future-focused learning experience. Modules shown are indicative topics and will be updated in Spring 2027. Course information is currently unavailable for this programme. Please contact course-info@gre.ac.uk for more information. The History and Politics and International Relations teams are all experts in their fields, leading the design and delivery of the innovative modules they teach. Many are active researchers in the areas that they teach in, as well as holding either a postgraduate teaching qualification, or fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (now Advance HE).