Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Politics and History (LVG1)

Politics and history at Brunel is a dynamic combination of high level study in both subjects. The politics studies will help students address critical questions like: Who has political power? Why do they have it? And in whose interest do their exercise it? Meanwhile, the studies in history will take students back into the societies of the past in Britain, Europe and the wider world to help them understand contemporary issues all the more. Both subjects will help to demonstrate students intellectual acumen and understanding of world affairs, which will be an asset in so many fields of work.

Whether students are studying modern Africa, imperialism or intelligence and security, they’ll not just learn about them – they'll be analysing them using the tools of political science or craft of the historian to help deepen their understanding and critical thinking.

Students can opt for a placement year and they'll gain work experience that is highly valued by employers. Brunel students have secured placements in the Environmental Audit Committee, the House of Commons, Directorate of Gender Affairs, HM Treasury and the Competition Commission, to name only a few.

It’s a competitive world out there, so they’ll get plenty of support from their lecturers and the University’s Professional Development Centre to help prepare them for their placement year and the world of work.

Students can increase their career options with an accredited journalism course, a free modern language course, or a social media internship? Students can even opt to study part of their degree abroad in one of Brunel's partner universities in Europe, or participate in an exchange programme to China or the USA.

It’s all available at Brunel to help students make a difference in the world – now and in the future.

Brunel politics and history graduates enter diverse careers. Many of the former students go into politics and the civil service and some are currently at GCHQ and military intelligence. Others work in the public and private sector like the NHS, international banks, business consultancy, law, NGOs and the media.