BA (Hons) History and Politics (Placement Year)

The History and Politics Placement Year BA (Hons) course offered at Lancaster University is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of how political structures and historical events shape societies. This course combines academic study with a real-world work placement opportunity, aiming to prepare students for their future careers. Course Content: This course offers a dynamic blend of study in politics and history. Students have the opportunity to study interesting political concepts and key historical periods, learning to interpret historical documents, political debates, and theoretical discourses. In their first year, students can expect to study courses like "From the Medieval to the Modern: History and Historians," "The Politics of the British Isles," and "International Relations and Global Politics." In the second year, students undertake a work placement where they gain practical experience that complements their academic studies. Key Modules: Some of the core subjects in this programme include "Introduction to International Relations" and "Lancastrians, Yorkists and Henry VII." Optional modules usually vary from year to year but may include subjects like "Introduction to British Politics," "Twentieth-Century Britain," "Modern Latin America," and "The Crusades."Future Careers: Upon completion of this course, students are well equipped to pursue careers in a wide range of fields, such as politics, international relations, journalism, public administration, and research. Additionally, the work placement experience prepares students for the professional world and enhances their prospects in the job market. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.