History and Politics (Hons) University of Portsmouth

Overview

Travel back to pivotal political moments in time from around the globe guided by our expert academics. Craft your own learning experience by choosing to study the historical and political subjects and eras that most inspire you, such as the French Revolution, post war Britain and Germany, or the American Civil Rights Movement.

As this  History and Politics (Hons) degree from University of Portsmouth  is an interdisciplinary course, each year you'll also study a bespoke combined history and politics module as well as delving into each subject separately.

Career opportunities

Studying history and politics together will give you transferable skills in critical thinking, collaboration, research, analysis and argument, all of which are highly valued by many kinds of employers.

You could also continue your studies at Master's or PhD level in history, politics or a combination of the two.

What areas can you work in with a history and politics degree?

Graduates from our other history and politics courses have taken up roles in the following sectors:

• central and local government

• primary and secondary schools

• higher education providers

• financial services

• corporate governance

• trade unions

Our history and politics alumni have worked with organisations including:

• National Trust

• Office for National Statistics

• Serco

• West Midlands Police

• NHS