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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: VL12

History and Politics

Edge Hill University
Ormskirk, England
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3 yearsDuration
£14,500Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
92%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) History and Politics at Edge Hill University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in Ormskirk, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Place the study of politics in its historical context as you combine the analysis of political systems, institutions and policies with an exploration of modern history from across the globe. We are living in extraordinary political times, but can the lessons of history help us plot a path to calmer waters? If you are curious about how decisions are made and communicated, why we have certain structures and organisations and how they came to be formed, then this degree is for you. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £19,500 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Political Theory and Philosophy
Modern European History 1789-1945
Contemporary Politics and Government
Globalisation and International Relations
Twentieth Century Social Movements
Research Methods in History and Politics
Political Institutions and Systems
Decolonisation and the Modern World
UCAS Code:VL12
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BBC - BBB

Please note, the above represents an example of how you can achieve the required number of tariff points, however you can also achieve this with other combinations. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.

UCAS Points112

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£14,500

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£43,500

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Edge Hill University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£22,000£28,000£30,000
3 years£14,000£19,500£24,000
5 years£17,000£23,500£31,000

UK subject average: £27,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 28% below UK average salary
This course
£19,500
UK average
£27,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ 13% below UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£27,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH20-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

90%Working
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
92%
Learning opportunities
86%
Assessment and feedback
83%
Academic support
97%
Organisation and management
83%
Learning resources
97%
Student voice
88%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Edge Hill University

Edge Hill University offers History and Politics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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