Course Overview

At Leicester, you will explore global developments through the complementary disciplines of history and politics. The balanced combination of history and politics enables you to develop an advanced understanding of the contemporary world and the historical roots of its ideas and problems, as well as its social, economic, and political structures. A high degree of flexibility is built into this course from the first year onward, allowing you to make your degree around your areas of interest. Our History and Politics degree offers a wide choice of subjects, from the fifth century to the contemporary world and from all parts of the world: Britain, Ireland, and Europe; Eastern Europe and Russia; China, Japan, and India; North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean; parts of Africa and the Middle East.

General Eligibility

A/AS-levels: ABB-BBB at A-Level. We prefer A-Level History, though this is not essential. Two AS-Levels are considered in place of one A-Level. General Studies are accepted

EPQ with A-levels: BBB-BBC at A-Level + EPQ at grade B. We prefer A-Level History, though this is not essential

Access to HE Diploma: Pass relevant Diploma with 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at distinction

International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points, including 6 in one Higher Level subject

BTEC Nationals: Pass Diploma with D*DD

Part Time Work Details

Twenty hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to prove your English ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.