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For those seeking to employ state-of-the-art approaches to comprehend global dynamics while grounding these methods in extensive historical context, the BSc (Hons) in International Relations and History offers an ideal pathway. This program equips you with both the tools to explore historical events and modern analytical techniques for interpreting current international relations. Alongside mastering International Relations theory, you'll develop rigorous empirical skills that provide valuable, adaptable competencies. By merging historical insight with cutting-edge quantitative methodologies for global analysis, you'll gain the ability to examine connections between diverse elements including warfare, political systems, human rights, economic disparities, and other critical factors.
Career prospects
Graduates from our program enter diverse professional fields. Many embark on political careers or government service, having worked with figures like MP John McDonnell or Baroness McDonagh, former Labour Party general secretary. Alumni have also secured positions in the Foreign Office, Home Office, GCHQ, and military intelligence agencies.
Additional career paths include roles in corporate and nonprofit organizations, legal professions, while some graduates choose research, education, or library science careers.