BA (Hons) History and Politics in Leicester United Kingdom | University of Leicester

At Leicester, you'll examine worldwide developments by studying both history and political science together. This dual approach helps you gain deep insights into modern society while understanding the historical origins of its key concepts and challenges, along with its economic, social, and governmental frameworks. The program provides exceptional flexibility starting in your first year, letting you tailor your studies to focus on topics that interest you most. Our History and Politics program features an extensive selection of subjects spanning from ancient times to the present day, covering regions across the globe: the British Isles, continental Europe, Eastern Europe and Russia, Asia (including China, Japan, and India), the Americas, the Caribbean, parts of Africa, and the Middle East. You'll explore diverse historical perspectives—political, cultural, intellectual, social, economic, and international—while also investigating crucial topics in domestic and global politics, ranging from economic inequality and security threats to cultural clashes and ecological transformation.