History
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of LondonCourse Overview
Offered by London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, the BA (Hons) History provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in London, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. This degree is distinctive for its international perspective on the past. Spanning the 15th century to the present day, the programme pays as much attention to political, economic, social and cultural developments that have shaped states as to the relationships between them. You can choose from a wide range of history courses covering virtually every region of the world and period in history. International tuition fees are £27,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £34,000 within three years, a 97% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA |
| International Baccalaureate | 38 points 766 at Higher Level also required. |
| UCAS Points | 144 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 70 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£27,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees and funding
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £31,000 | £37,500 | £45,000 |
| 3 years | £27,000 | £34,000 | £42,500 |
| 5 years | £35,500 | £49,500 | £71,500 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £15,500 from year 3 to year 5
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Student Satisfaction
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