History and Politics
Aston University, BirminghamCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) History and Politics at Aston University, Birmingham is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Are you ready to critically explore the past and understand the crucial role of politics in shaping the world's future? Course outline The BSc (Hons) History and Politics programme offers a well-rounded combination of historical and political exploration with practical experiences like field trips to historical sites and hands-on research in local archives. The programme delves into topics such as nationalism, state-building, war and peace, religious conflicts, and globalisation's historical context. Within the politics segment, you will explore topics such as security, political ... International tuition fees are £22,575 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a 80% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC - BCC BBC: Standard offer // BCC: If the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B, OR if eligible Contextual offer (Please see this webpage for more details - https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready) |
| International Baccalaureate | 29 points 5,5,4 in 3 Higher level subjects |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£22,575
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
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