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Explore how we analyze historical events, concepts, and challenges through this combined modern history and politics program. You'll examine how societies structure themselves and reach decisions. Your studies will focus on current global matters like international security, migration, and worldwide integration. The competencies you develop will open doors to diverse career paths. Southampton's Modern History program pushes you to thoughtfully evaluate societal histories. Political studies invite you to investigate human organization and actions. This course enables you to: examine modern historical developments across diverse regions, from Western Europe and the Americas to Africa and South Asia; access unique artifacts from the University's collections and participate in museum and gallery tours; understand democratic systems, contemporary governance, political comparisons, and global affairs; study abroad at institutions in Europe, North America, Asia, or Australia.