History and Politics BA
AAA at A level, History; graduates earn a median £31,500 three years on.
Typical A level offer
AAA
History · 94% of entrants came with A levels · 98% stay on after year 1 · Warwick course page, Discover Uni
Year 13 · applying
What do you need to get in?
AAAtypical A level offer; aaa to include history.
Typical offer — the grades most applicants are asked for. Contextual offer: ABB, for applicants from under-represented backgrounds.
Warwick course page, read 19 September 2026 · Discover Uni entry profile
- 1History
Who actually got in: 94% with A levels, 6% with the IB. 8% arrived with 208 or more UCAS tariff points — roughly A*A*A or better. Based on 135 entrants.
UCAS tariff points — a points scale for grades: A* = 56, A = 48, so A*A*A = 160. Entrants’ totals include extra subjects.
Other qualifications4
| Qualification | Typical offer | Required subjects |
|---|---|---|
| IB | 36 points36 with at least a 6 in Higher Level History. | — |
| BTEC | D*DWe welcome applications from students taking BTECs alongside one or two A levels, including A level History. Our typical BTEC offers are as follows: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate plus 2 A levels: | — |
| Advanced Highers | AAAA in two Advanced Highers including History, and AAB in three additional Highers subjects. | History, and AAB in three additional Highers subjects |
| Access | 45 Credits at Level 3, including Distinction in 33 Level 3 credits and Merit in We will consider applicants returning to study who are presenting a QAA-recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma on a case-by-case basis. Typically, we require 45 Credits at Level 3, including Di | — |
Years 1–3
What do you study?
4compulsory modules in year 1, 10 optional
Compulsory modules this year: social & cultural skills 40% · language & communication 25% · transversal skills 20% · arts & humanities 13%.
Module — one course unit, usually a term or a year long; “core” means everyone takes it. One UK credit is about ten hours of study; a full year is 120 credits.
Warwick course page · optional modules vary by year
Year 1 · 4 core, 10 optional · 90 credits ≈ 900 hours
- Unlocking History: Research, Writing and Success
What you learn (17)
- identify credible sources for academic research
- use library resources to support research
- organise academic writing into a coherent structure
- develop a personal voice in written work
- adapt writing for different audiences
- apply active reading techniques to prepare for seminars
- produce effective notes from academic texts
- contribute confidently to seminar discussions
- communicate ideas confidently in writing
- communicate ideas confidently in speech
- perform effectively across diverse assessment formats
- explain principles of academic integrity
- apply academic integrity standards consistently in coursework
- apply strategies to protect personal wellbeing at university
- set personal academic goals
- reflect on personal academic progress
- relate academic learning to future career planning
- Making of the Modern World
What you learn (13)
- identify different theoretical and conceptual frameworks used in historical study
- describe key historiographical debates relevant to the modern era
- explain major historical processes of the later modern period from a global perspective
- use appropriate historical terminology to discuss modern events
- identify a variety of primary sources relevant to historical study
- collaborate effectively with others on shared tasks
- identify factors that influence team performance
- formulate a clear focus for essay and project assignments
- gather relevant data from multiple sources
- communicate research findings clearly and effectively
- articulate an independent perspective on contemporary political issues
- produce a structured academic essay meeting university standards
- interpret academic texts to extract key arguments and evidence
- Introduction to Politics
What you learn (8)
- identify major theoretical perspectives in political science
- critically discuss key debates within political science
- describe foundational concepts of political theory, processes and institutions
- explain patterns of political change over time
- construct a well-structured academic essay
- analyse and critique arguments in written work
- apply independent study techniques to manage learning
- communicate ideas effectively in academic contexts
- World Politics
What you learn (5)
- outline the history of world politics since 1945
- explain core concepts used to study world politics
- identify contemporary scholarly literature on world politics issues
- analyse ideas about world politics critically in written form
- analyse ideas about world politics critically in oral discussion
10 optional modules
- A History of the United States
What you learn (8)
- describe major themes in United States history across four centuries
- relate historical patterns of change and continuity to the present-day United States
- identify key debates among historians about interpreting US history
- analyse primary documents to extract meaning and evidence
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical topic
- formulate a focused essay question on a historical topic
- compile a bibliography from varied relevant sources
- present research findings in a clear and effective format
- Europe in the Making 1450-1800
What you learn (14)
- describe differing historical conceptions of europe in the early modern period
- explain how historians have interpreted the early modern period differently
- describe encounters between european and non-european societies
- explain the relationships formed through european and non-european contact
- define key historical and historiographical terminology
- apply historical terminology to analyse historical topics
- describe how the renaissance influenced european thought
- describe how the enlightenment influenced european thought
- use library and online resources to locate academic material
- organise personal study to prepare for seminars
- communicate ideas effectively within group discussions
- collaborate with peers to complete group tasks
- analyse primary historical sources to draw conclusions
- analyse secondary historical sources to evaluate arguments
- History and Politics of the Modern Middle East
What you learn (11)
- describe the historical development of the modern Middle East
- explain the political structures of modern Middle Eastern states
- discuss popular struggles for political freedom and economic rights in the region
- identify key conceptual approaches used in Middle East studies
- discuss historiographical debates relevant to the region
- identify different types of primary sources relevant to Middle East history
- analyse primary materials to draw historical conclusions
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical or political topic
- formulate a focused essay question for independent research
- gather relevant data from diverse sources
- present research findings clearly and effectively
- Latin America: Themes and Problems (EUTOPIA)
What you learn (9)
- describe major themes in Latin American history
- identify theoretical and conceptual approaches used in the field
- describe key historiographical debates in Latin American history
- identify relevant primary sources for historical analysis
- analyse primary sources related to Latin American history
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical topic
- formulate a focused essay question on a historical topic
- gather relevant data from varied sources for an essay
- present research findings in a clear written format
- Mind, Body, and Society: The History of Medicine and Health
What you learn (8)
- explain key concepts in the history of medicine and health
- identify major historiographical debates in medical history
- locate relevant primary sources and online resources for historical research
- analyse primary materials in relation to historical topics
- deliver an oral presentation to communicate historical findings
- formulate a focused essay question on a historical topic
- gather relevant data from varied sources to support an argument
- present research findings clearly in written form
- A History of Africa from 1800
What you learn (11)
- describe key themes in African history since 1800
- explain Africa's role within broader global historical trends
- identify interdisciplinary approaches used to study African history since 1800
- discuss historiographical debates drawing on anthropology and political science
- locate and use primary sources, including online materials, relevant to African history
- evaluate the use of oral history and oral tradition as historical evidence
- collaborate effectively with peers during seminar discussions
- communicate ideas clearly in group settings
- formulate a focused essay question on an African history topic
- gather relevant data from varied sources to support an argument
- present research findings in a clear and structured format
- Farewell to Arms? War in Modern European History, 1815-2015
What you learn (9)
- describe the influence of war and military conflict on modern European history
- identify key conceptual approaches used to study war in history
- explain the shift in scholarship from military history to the history of warfare
- identify relevant primary sources for the study of war
- analyse primary sources relating to European conflicts
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical topic
- formulate a focused essay question on a historical topic
- gather relevant data from varied sources for research
- present research findings in a clear written format
- Deviance and Nonconformity in Pre-Modern Europe
What you learn (7)
- describe political, social and religious contexts affecting minority groups
- present historical arguments orally to different audiences
- write historical analyses adapted to varying complexity
- evaluate the limitations and possibilities of primary source evidence
- evaluate scholarly interpretations from comparative history, anthropology and sociology
- plan independent research within set guidelines
- manage own work to meet deadlines
- Britain in the Twentieth Century: A Social History
What you learn (9)
- explain theoretical interpretations of gender and race in modern British society
- identify major historiographical debates on twentieth-century Britain
- describe key scholarly contributions shaping interpretations of British history
- identify primary sources relevant to British history
- analyse historical documents to extract meaning and evidence
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical topic
- formulate a focused essay topic for historical research
- compile a bibliography from relevant historical sources
- present research findings effectively in written form
Year 2 · 3 core, 43 optional · 60 credits ≈ 600 hours
- Crossing Boundaries and Breaking Norms in the Medieval World
What you learn (7)
- present historical arguments in formats suited to different audiences
- adjust communication style to varying levels of complexity
- analyse a wide range of primary sources, including digital materials
- generate original historical interpretations from source analysis
- evaluate the contributions of existing historical scholarship
- manage own workload to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- take responsibility for completing tasks within set guidelines
- Topics in Political Theory
What you learn (7)
- analyse complex arguments from contemporary political theory texts
- interpret diverse scholarly perspectives within political theory literature
- formulate a reasoned personal judgement on a political theory issue
- compare opposing arguments and perspectives on a political issue
- construct an original argument about core political values
- defend a political argument against sceptical objections
- apply insights from other disciplines to support a political argument
- Foundations of Political Theory
What you learn (5)
- explain how political theory addresses freedom, equality and human nature
- interpret key texts by major political thinkers
- critically evaluate arguments of major political thinkers
- analyse complex ideas in political theory
- construct and defend a written argument on political theory
43 optional modules
- Screening Subjects: Cinema, Science and Medicine in the Twentieth Century
What you learn (4)
- describe how film has been used in medicine and human sciences historically
- present ideas and findings appropriately for different audiences and contexts
- analyse primary source material to generate original ideas
- manage own work independently to meet deadlines
- A Short History of Neoliberalism: Market, State and Human Nature, 1920 to Today
What you learn (3)
- analyse key neoliberal concepts relating to markets, the state and human behaviour
- apply interdisciplinary research methods to evaluate historical and political material
- enhance academic study, research and communication skills through coursework
- The British Problem: Empire, Conflict and National Identities, 1588-1714
What you learn (7)
- describe the historical links between the three British kingdoms and early American empire
- communicate historical arguments to different audiences and contexts
- analyse primary sources to identify links between religion, politics and identity
- generate original interpretations from historical evidence
- evaluate scholarly contributions from the 'New British History' approach
- apply theories of nationhood to assess historical scholarship
- manage independent research within set guidelines and deadlines
- Africa and the Cold War
What you learn (11)
- explain key historical events of Africa during the Cold War
- evaluate different theoretical interpretations of Africa's role in the Cold War
- present historical arguments clearly to different audiences
- adapt written communication style to varying levels of complexity
- analyse primary sources relating to Africa during the Cold War
- use digital archives to locate relevant historical material
- generate original historical insights from source analysis
- critically assess arguments presented in academic historical literature
- evaluate the significance of existing scholarly contributions to the field
- manage own study tasks to meet set deadlines
- work independently within given guidelines
- The Formation of American Culture, 1876-1929
What you learn (5)
- describe key developments in American culture between 1876 and 1929
- present historical arguments in forms suited to different audiences
- interpret primary historical sources to formulate original arguments
- evaluate existing historical scholarship on cultural theory
- manage own study tasks independently to meet deadlines
- History of Germany, from Bismarck to the Berlin Republic
What you learn (6)
- manage own workload to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- describe the overall development of modern German history
- present historical arguments effectively to varied audiences
- interpret a wide range of primary sources on German history
- formulate original historical interpretations from source analysis
- evaluate the contributions of existing historical scholarship
- Violence in Early Modern Europe
What you learn (6)
- situate violence within historical research contexts
- manage own work independently to meet deadlines
- present comparative findings to varied audiences
- generate historical interpretations from primary sources
- use digital tools to examine historical sources
- evaluate interdisciplinary scholarship on violence
- The Formation of American Culture, 1929 to the Present
What you learn (9)
- describe the emergence of american cultural identity in the early twentieth century
- trace the evolution of american cultural trends into the present day
- present historical arguments effectively to different audiences
- adapt written communication style to varying levels of complexity
- examine primary historical documents to develop original interpretations
- critique existing historiographical approaches to cultural history
- assess the value of scholarly contributions to cultural studies
- manage own workload independently to meet set deadlines
- take responsibility for completing tasks within agreed guidelines
- Caravans and Traders: Global Connections, 1200-1500
What you learn (10)
- describe non-European societies during the medieval and early modern periods
- explain how non-European regions influenced European historical developments
- adapt the presentation of historical arguments to different audiences
- present findings clearly in varying formats and contexts
- interpret visual, material and textual primary sources
- generate historical interpretations from source analysis
- evaluate existing historiographical contributions on global connections
- analyse key theoretical concepts used in global history scholarship
- manage own workload independently to meet set deadlines
- take responsibility for completing tasks within given guidelines
- Sex and the US Military: from Cold War to "War on Terror"
What you learn (5)
- describe how sex and sexuality shaped US military service since WWII
- present research findings in formats suited to different audiences
- generate historical interpretations from analysis of primary sources
- evaluate the contributions of existing historical scholarship
- manage own workload independently to meet deadlines
- War, Sex & Gender in the United States: from Civil War to WWII
What you learn (5)
- explain how gender shapes military mobilisation, combat motivation and postwar rebuilding
- present historical arguments in formats suited to different audiences
- generate original interpretations from analysis of primary sources
- evaluate the contribution of existing historical scholarship
- manage own work independently to meet deadlines within set guidelines
- Race, Racism and Resistance in Modern Britain
What you learn (7)
- describe key developments in modern British race, ethnicity and migration history
- communicate historical ideas and findings to different audiences
- adapt communication style to varying levels of complexity
- analyse primary sources relating to British race and migration history
- generate original historical interpretations from source analysis
- manage own workload independently to meet deadlines
- evaluate contributions of multidisciplinary scholarship to historical understanding
- Venice in the Renaissance - Summer School Version
What you learn (9)
- evaluate the cultural, economic and political history of Renaissance Venice
- identify diverse textual, visual and material sources for Venetian history
- use the city of Venice and its former territories as historical evidence
- compare different types of historical sources
- construct a historical argument from varied evidence
- discuss historiographical debates relating to Venetian history
- explain the legacy of key historical concepts over time
- conduct independent historical research
- apply critical analysis to historiographical material
- A Global History of Sport
What you learn (11)
- evaluate sporting developments within their historical context
- present historical ideas and findings to different audiences
- adapt communication style to varying levels of complexity
- analyse primary source material relating to sport history
- generate original historical ideas from source analysis
- evaluate online sources for historical research
- analyse interdisciplinary scholarship on the history of sport
- evaluate the contribution of existing academic research on sport
- work independently with minimal supervision
- collaborate effectively within a team setting
- exchange information and ideas with team members
- China Transformed: From Early Modern to Modern Times
What you learn (10)
- explain key historical interpretations of early modern and modern China
- evaluate theoretical frameworks used to interpret chinese history
- present historical findings clearly to different audiences
- adapt communication style to varying levels of complexity
- analyse primary sources relating to early modern and modern china
- use electronic resources to locate historical source material
- generate original historical ideas from source analysis
- evaluate the contribution of existing historical scholarship
- manage own work independently within set guidelines
- meet deadlines while taking responsibility for own work
- The Weimar Republic, 1918-1933
What you learn (7)
- describe key political, social and economic developments of the Weimar Republic
- construct a coherent and persuasive written argument on Weimar history topics
- present historical ideas clearly to an audience
- analyse primary sources from Weimar Germany to generate historical interpretations
- evaluate competing historiographical interpretations of Weimar Germany
- critique theoretical and methodological approaches used in Weimar scholarship
- manage own study tasks independently to meet set deadlines
- Entangled History: Ukraine and her neighbours, from the Middle Ages to the Present
What you learn (7)
- describe the entangled history of Ukraine, Poland and Russia
- explain the role of cultural memory and shared suffering in nation building
- communicate historical ideas to different audiences and contexts
- analyse primary sources relating to nation building in Eastern Europe
- interpret visual sources to generate historical insights
- evaluate existing historical scholarship on the topic
- manage own work independently to meet deadlines
- Everyday People: Writing Nineteenth-Century British and American Lives
What you learn (6)
- describe methods historians use to research past individuals' lives
- identify methodological and ethical challenges in researching historical lives
- communicate historical findings in forms suited to different audiences
- generate new interpretations by analysing digitised primary sources
- evaluate contributions of interdisciplinary scholarship to a historical topic
- manage own workload independently to meet set deadlines
- How did we get to where we are today? A political history of the contemporary world
What you learn (7)
- apply improved study and research techniques to history work
- communicate historical arguments clearly in writing
- explain the historical roots of key contemporary political issues
- identify how interpretations of the past are contested in current politics
- evaluate contemporary political policy and rhetoric critically
- assess journalistic and analytical accounts of current events
- identify political motives underlying historical narratives
- Imperial Natures: Environments and Empires from c. 1450 to the present
What you learn (6)
- evaluate theoretical frameworks used in environmental history
- apply environmental history research methods to historical material
- explain how empires and environments shaped each other over time
- analyse environment-empire relationships across large spatial and temporal scales
- connect local case studies to broader continental and global historical patterns
- communicate historical analysis to audiences from scientific and social scientific fields
- Music and History
What you learn (7)
- evaluate the relationship between music and historical context
- identify written and audio-visual sources for studying music
- discuss historiographical debates relating to music history
- describe the legacy of key historical concepts
- conduct independent research on a historical topic
- apply critical analysis to historiographical material
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical topic
- History of Global Organised Crime
What you learn (8)
- evaluate how organised crime intersects with capitalist economic systems
- critique the connections between organised crime and the formation of states
- discuss competing historiographical interpretations of organised crime
- trace the historical legacy of key concepts related to organised crime
- conduct independent historical research using primary and secondary sources
- construct a critical analysis of historiographical arguments
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical topic
- demonstrate interpersonal communication skills in a group setting
- Historical Research
What you learn (10)
- identify a range of theoretical perspectives used in historical writing
- engage critically with different methodological approaches to history
- apply current historical methods to analyse primary sources
- generate original ideas from primary source analysis
- evaluate the contribution of existing historical scholarship
- analyse arguments presented within historical scholarship
- communicate historical findings to different audiences
- adapt the complexity of historical communication to context
- design an independent historical research project
- conduct an independent piece of historical research
- The Displaced: Refugees in Modern Europe (1914-2015)
What you learn (5)
- explain attempted solutions to historical refugee crises in modern Europe
- evaluate multidisciplinary scholarly contributions on refugee history
- analyse a range of primary sources to generate historical insights on displacement
- design an independent research project on an episode of refugee history
- produce a coherent historical project on forced displacement in modern Europe
- Life After Death: A History of Human Remains
What you learn (12)
- describe the historical treatment of human remains since 1800
- explain the role of human remains in medical research and practice
- evaluate the contested status of human remains as museum specimens
- present historical arguments in class discussion
- compose academic writing on historical topics
- analyse primary source texts and objects relating to human remains
- generate historical interpretations from primary source analysis
- manage own study tasks independently to meet deadlines
- take responsibility for completing work within set guidelines
- evaluate multidisciplinary scholarship on medical and material history
- evaluate scholarship from museum studies and indigenous studies perspectives
- evaluate ethical debates surrounding human remains
- Espionage and Intelligence in Premodern Europe
What you learn (6)
- produce well-structured essays on historical topics
- deliver an oral presentation on a historical topic in a seminar
- describe how espionage and intelligence practices evolved historically
- compare secret network operations across different periods and nations
- critically evaluate primary and secondary historical sources
- explain key political, religious and diplomatic developments of the premodern era
- Anti-Colonial Resistance in the British Empire, 1600 to the Present
What you learn (5)
- evaluate the benefits and limitations of comparative and global historical approaches
- communicate historical ideas and findings to different audiences and contexts
- analyse primary sources to generate original interpretations of anti-colonial resistance
- manage own work independently to meet deadlines within set guidelines
- evaluate contributions of multidisciplinary scholarship to historical debates
- In Poor Health: The Sick Poor and Health Provision 1800s-1948
What you learn (9)
- describe population health trends in britain between 1800 and 1948
- explain the development of healthcare provision in britain 1800-1948
- adapt communication style to different audiences and contexts
- present historical findings clearly to varied audiences
- analyse primary sources relating to health and healthcare history
- generate original interpretations from historical evidence
- manage own workload to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- take responsibility for completing tasks within set guidelines
- evaluate contributions of different academic disciplines to historical scholarship
- Politics in the United Kingdom
What you learn (9)
- describe the institutions and structures of the UK constitution
- identify key academic research on UK politics
- compare competing scholarly interpretations of UK politics
- analyse UK politics using a comparative approach
- explain the historical origins of current debates in British politics
- construct arguments about British politics using empirical evidence
- relate case studies to theoretical frameworks in political science
- explain major UK public policy challenges such as immigration and climate change
- analyse specific aspects of contemporary UK politics
- Politics of the USA
What you learn (6)
- describe the foundational structures of the US political system
- explain the structure of major federal government institutions in the US
- explain the functions and powers of major federal government institutions
- identify key policy debates in contemporary US politics
- summarise a broad range of academic literature on US government and politics
- evaluate complex ideas relating to contemporary US politics
- Core Issues in Comparative Politics
What you learn (18)
- explain core concepts and theories in comparative politics
- describe methodologies used in comparative political analysis
- describe the structure of national political systems
- evaluate differences between national political systems
- apply political theory to practical case studies
- collect and organise data from secondary and primary sources
- analyse political problems and propose solutions
- advocate for solutions to identified political issues
- critique research material for validity and relevance
- design an original research project in comparative politics
- present own research findings in comparative politics
- present analytical arguments in written form
- present analytical arguments orally
- communicate research findings through an academic conference format
- produce a short film exploring the concept of democracy
- compose a research essay on a comparative politics topic
- develop a final independent research project in comparative politics
- present the outcomes of a final research project
- Gender Matters in Politics and International Studies
What you learn (4)
- evaluate competing feminist theoretical perspectives using critical analysis
- produce written analysis on gender and politics topics
- deliver oral presentations on gender-related political topics
- conduct independent research on gender and politics issues
- The Political Economy of Southeast Asia
What you learn (6)
- describe the historical evolution of Southeast Asia's political economy
- analyse how state-society relations are structured across Southeast Asian countries
- explain the economic effects of different state-society configurations
- identify cross-border flows of money, goods and people in the region
- explain how regional economic flows are regulated and governed
- evaluate historical and current regional economic cooperation initiatives
- Public Policy for 21st Century Challenges
What you learn (10)
- explain how interest groups shape public policy outcomes
- explain how institutional structures constrain policymaking
- explain how ideas shape the direction of public policy
- evaluate competing interpretations of the policymaking process
- identify key actors and institutions involved in policymaking
- compare policymaking approaches across different countries
- evaluate major political challenges facing policymakers
- outline key debates relating to selected contemporary policy challenges
- critique policy responses to contemporary challenges
- propose solutions to address contemporary policy challenges
- Theories and Traditions in Public Policy
What you learn (6)
- explain key theoretical debates in public policy and governance
- assess the relevance of policy theories for understanding governance
- identify different structures of governance
- analyse different modes of policy making
- compare fundamental assumptions in governance and policy literature
- critically evaluate arguments presented in public policy scholarship
Year 3 · 2 core, 50 optional · 60 credits ≈ 600 hours
- Venice in the Renaissance
What you learn (8)
- describe the political development of Venice and its empire across the Renaissance period
- describe the religious and cultural context of Renaissance Venice
- evaluate textual sources relating to Venetian history
- evaluate visual and material evidence from Venice and its territories
- construct a coherent historical argument about Venetian history
- present historical ideas clearly to an audience
- evaluate historiographical debates relevant to Venetian history
- apply relevant historical methodologies to analyse source material
- Dissertation
What you learn (10)
- critically review secondary literature in a chosen research area
- consolidate findings from multiple sources into a coherent synthesis
- design an original research project independently
- take responsibility for managing a self-directed research project
- explain principles of research ethics relevant to historical study
- apply ethical considerations and personal accountability in research practice
- evaluate primary source material critically to support an argument
- demonstrate systematic understanding of a chosen historical topic
- reflect on personal progress throughout a research project
- communicate research progress clearly to others
50 optional modules
- Stalinism in Europe, 1928-1953
What you learn (7)
- describe key social, political and cultural developments in the soviet union 1928-1953
- analyse primary sources such as speeches, propaganda, diaries and film
- evaluate the reliability and significance of sources on stalinism
- construct coherent and persuasive arguments about stalinist history
- communicate historical ideas clearly in written or spoken form
- evaluate theoretical and methodological approaches to studying stalinism
- synthesise historiographical debates relating to stalinism
- Feminism, Politics, and Social Change in Modern Britain
What you learn (7)
- explain how social movements emerge historically
- describe links between ideas, activism and shifting gender attitudes
- evaluate primary and secondary historical sources critically
- construct persuasive arguments on feminist history and politics
- communicate ideas on feminism and gender roles coherently
- review theoretical and methodological approaches to feminist historiography
- relate intellectual, social, oral and cultural history approaches
- The Historical Film: Global Perspectives in the Age of Netflix
What you learn (8)
- describe the origins of historical film genres across national cinematic traditions
- explain the development of historical film in Hollywood and other countries
- analyse scholarly debates on how history is represented on screen
- evaluate competing arguments about the construction of history in film
- construct persuasive arguments about history and biography across film and literature
- explain reasons for changing emphases in historical narratives over time
- critique theoretical and methodological approaches to the historical film
- synthesise historiographical ideas relating to historical film analysis
- Conquest, Conflict and Co-existence: Crusading and the Crusader Kingdoms
What you learn (8)
- describe political developments in twelfth and thirteenth century Europe
- explain the motivations and aims of different groups participating in crusading
- explain the papacy's role in shaping the crusading movement
- evaluate the reliability and significance of crusader-era primary sources
- construct a coherent and persuasive argument about the crusader movement
- present historical ideas clearly in written or spoken form
- evaluate theoretical and methodological approaches to Eastern Mediterranean history
- review historiographical debates on crusader-era political and economic change
- Empire and Energy in the Middle East
What you learn (7)
- explain how political and economic interests have shaped Middle Eastern imperial history
- evaluate a range of primary and archival sources on Middle Eastern energy history
- analyse historical documents to identify patterns in energy system development
- construct a persuasive written argument on the history of energy in the Middle East
- communicate historical ideas clearly and coherently in spoken or written form
- critique theoretical and methodological approaches in science and technology studies
- synthesise historiographical debates relating to the history of energy
- India And The Problem of Postcolonial Democracy
What you learn (9)
- describe the historical development of democracy in a decolonised nation
- explain key challenges faced by india's democratic system since independence
- evaluate primary and secondary sources on indian democratic history
- analyse a range of historical materials to identify differing perspectives
- construct persuasive written arguments on democracy and authoritarianism
- discuss tensions between majoritarianism and minority rights
- present coherent arguments on political ideologies of left and right
- critique theoretical and methodological approaches linking history and political theory
- synthesise historiographical debates relating to the history of democracy
- Space, Place and Movement in Atlantic Slave Societies: Brazil, Cuba, and the US, 1791-1888
What you learn (12)
- explain key themes in the history of Atlantic slave societies
- evaluate historiographical debates on slavery in the Atlantic world
- describe the social structures of nineteenth-century Brazilian slave society
- describe the social structures of nineteenth-century Cuban slave society
- apply comparative historical methods across different slave societies
- apply qualitative and quantitative methods to historical analysis
- apply macro- and micro-historical approaches to analyse historical events
- evaluate the reliability and context of primary historical sources
- present historical arguments effectively in a group setting
- participate constructively in academic discussion of historical topics
- conduct independent historical research on a chosen topic
- produce well-structured academic writing on historical subjects
- From Fireplace to Cyberspace: The Folklore of Europe from Prehistory to the Present
What you learn (8)
- describe key developments in european folklore from prehistory to modern times
- explain the history of folklore in the british isles over time
- evaluate primary textual, visual and material sources on folklore history
- analyse diverse source types to interpret folklore traditions
- construct a coherent argument about european folklore history
- present historical ideas clearly in written or spoken form
- critique theoretical and methodological approaches to folklore studies
- synthesise historiographical perspectives on european folklore
- The Material Enlightenment
What you learn (7)
- explain key concepts of material culture evaluation during the Enlightenment
- analyse primary sources concerning Enlightenment material culture
- evaluate the reliability and significance of historical primary sources
- construct persuasive written arguments about Enlightenment material culture
- present historical ideas clearly and coherently
- evaluate theoretical and methodological approaches to studying material culture
- review historiographical debates relating to Enlightenment material culture
- Narcos: A Global History of the Drug Trade
What you learn (5)
- explain how narcotics trade shaped the development of the modern world
- communicate historical arguments clearly in written form
- communicate historical arguments clearly in oral presentations
- analyse complex contemporary issues using critical reasoning
- evaluate how international norms interact with national cultural practices
- Religious Conflict and Civil War in France, c.1560-1600
What you learn (6)
- present historical arguments clearly to different audiences and contexts
- produce written work suited to varying levels of complexity
- interpret a wide range of primary sources, including digital archives
- formulate original historical arguments from source analysis
- assess the strengths and weaknesses of historiographical interpretations
- organise own study and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
- Rebuilding the Body: The Pursuit of Perfection, 1861-2021
What you learn (7)
- describe the historical pursuit of ideal bodies in the US and UK since 1861
- evaluate how medical, technological and commercial interventions have shaped bodies
- communicate ideas clearly about commercial promotion of idealised identities
- review theoretical and methodological approaches to ability, disability and identity
- evaluate historiographical debates on disability and identity in the modern period
- produce original academic analysis of the pursuit of perfect bodies and lives
- evaluate contemporary cultures of perfectionism and high achievement in historical context
- Taiwan versus China: A Flashpoint for the Third World War?
What you learn (9)
- analyse the role of military and economic power in cross-strait geopolitics
- evaluate primary sources relating to taiwan-china interactions
- assess the implications of scholarly texts for regional and global power dynamics
- construct persuasive arguments about the taiwan-china conflict
- explain how nationalism, identity and alliances shape geopolitical dynamics
- design a research project on taiwan-china relations
- present complex cross-strait issues to a non-specialist audience
- synthesise theoretical and methodological approaches to studying taiwan-china relations
- integrate international relations, history and politics perspectives on the conflict
- Gender and Development
What you learn (6)
- explain core theoretical debates in gender and development studies
- evaluate competing theories of gender and development
- justify a preferred theoretical model with persuasive argument
- carry out independent research on gender and development issues
- apply statistical and qualitative development indicators to analyse gender issues
- structure written academic work clearly and coherently
- EU Policy Making
What you learn (4)
- describe how eu policy processes operate
- evaluate the defining features of eu policy processes
- assess the contributions of key actors shaping eu policy-making
- explain the dynamics of different eu policy sectors
- Politics of Globalization
What you learn (10)
- explain differing scholarly definitions of globalisation
- evaluate approaches used to measure and date globalisation
- critique the roles and functions of major global governance institutions
- assess how global economic restructuring affects gender relations socially and culturally
- analyse how supranational economic shifts affect social actors
- present analysis of globalisation issues through spoken argument
- present analysis of globalisation issues through written argument
- discuss theoretical debates on globalisation's effects on nation-states
- evaluate the influence of financialisation on daily life
- analyse how shifts in production and consumption patterns shape global dynamics
- United States Foreign Policy
What you learn (6)
- explain theoretical debates underpinning us foreign policy analysis
- assess consequences of us foreign and defense policy decisions
- relate us international role to broader international relations debates
- identify classic and contemporary scholarship on us foreign policy
- critique complex ideas on current us foreign policy in writing
- critique complex ideas on current us foreign policy orally
- Critical Security Studies
What you learn (5)
- explain key theoretical debates within critical security studies
- differentiate critical security studies from traditional security studies
- position critical security studies within wider international relations debates
- identify contemporary issues framed as security threats
- describe current dynamics shaping the politicisation of security
- Vigilant State: Understanding Secret Intelligence
What you learn (5)
- explain the historical development of intelligence practice
- evaluate the features of intelligence accountability frameworks
- assess strengths and weaknesses of theories explaining the intelligence cycle
- analyse current issues in national and regional intelligence approaches
- present intelligence analysis in written form
- The Politics of Religion
What you learn (4)
- analyse theoretical debates on the relationship between politics and religion
- evaluate how religion has influenced contemporary political institutions
- explain the ongoing processes by which religion shapes current politics
- apply conceptual frameworks to analyse current religion-politics issues
- The Political Economy of Money
What you learn (4)
- explain theoretical debates on the role of money in political economy
- evaluate competing approaches to the role of money in political economy
- apply theories of money to diverse issues in political economy
- construct a well-substantiated argument on political economy topics
- Violence, Rights, Justice and Peace in the Middle East
What you learn (9)
- describe key historical events shaping the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
- identify the main actors involved in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
- apply international relations theories to analyse the causes of the conflict
- evaluate scholarly debates on human rights violations within the conflict
- assess prospects for peacemaking and a just resolution to the conflict
- explain competing conceptions of peace and justice in the conflict
- discuss differing views on the legitimacy of violence in the conflict
- construct independent arguments on the conflict using IR theories
- defend a personal position within key scholarly debates on the conflict
- The Global Energy Challenge: Environment, Development & Security
What you learn (7)
- describe the role of energy in modern society
- explain how energy use relates to energy policy and politics
- identify key political perspectives on energy
- analyse policy choices linked to different political perspectives on energy
- apply political perspectives to examine institutions involved in energy policymaking
- analyse the roles of key actors in shaping energy policy
- evaluate energy policies in relation to changing energy systems
- The Politics of Climate Change
What you learn (4)
- explain political debates surrounding greenhouse gas emission reduction
- analyse the roles of key institutions in climate change mitigation
- evaluate differing political approaches to climate change across sectors
- identify connections between global, national and local climate policies
- Gender, Race and Militarism
What you learn (10)
- explain how gender, race and militarism interconnect
- explain feminist theoretical approaches to war and militarism
- evaluate competing interpretations of gender, race and militarism relationships
- develop an original conceptual framework linking gender, race and militarism
- discuss the relevance of feminist approaches to global politics
- construct coherent written arguments on political topics
- collect and organise evidence from primary and secondary sources
- apply gathered data to support analytical arguments
- critically assess concepts and information for validity
- use digital tools to retrieve and present information
- Race and International Politics
What you learn (6)
- compare how race shapes governance across different policy areas
- critically assess how race drives political contestation in policy debates
- evaluate scholarly literature addressing race within international politics
- explain the historical origins of race as a political concept
- describe how imperial structures shaped the development of race as a concept
- analyse the ongoing influence of race on contemporary world politics
- Dissertation
What you learn (8)
- produce an extended piece of research writing within the degree subject area
- structure a research project in a logical sequence
- formulate a research question answerable within word limit and resource constraints
- support an argument using diverse evidence sources
- cite sources accurately according to scholarly conventions
- manage independent work to meet a fixed deadline
- gather research material from varied sources
- evaluate the quality and relevance of collected research material
“What you learn” restates each module’s published learning outcomes in our own words, as short skill statements in the same form as the GCSE and A level curriculum, with the help of an AI model; fields of knowledge follow the twelve fields of the knowledge sphere. The university’s module page, linked from each title, is the authoritative description.
After graduating
Where does it lead?
£31,500median pay three years after graduating
Lower quarter£26k
Median£32k
Upper quarter£41k
Median — the middle earner: half earned more, half less. Pay is for graduates of this subject at this university who finished in 2016-18, not adjusted for inflation; based on 175 graduates.
Discover Uni dataset (HESA and Office for Students, CC BY 4.0, contains HESA data); earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes data (Department for Education) · aggregation level 14, 13, 23
Half of graduates earned between £25,500 and £40,500. Five years on, the median is £41,500. 87% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing; 65% of those in work were in professional or managerial jobs.
All outcome figures7
| Measure | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Continue after year 12% left | 98% | 120 |
| In work or study, 15 months on13% studying | 87% | 60 |
| Professional or managerial job | 65% | 40 |
| Pay 15 months on, median | £33,000 | 75 |
| Pay 3 years on, median | £31,500 | 175 |
| Pay 5 years on, median | £41,500 | 180 |
Money
What does it cost?
£10,050a year for UK students, 2027/28 entry
Tuition fee loan — paid straight to the university; repayments start the April after you leave, at 9% of income above the threshold. UK fees are capped by government and rise with inflation; placement and study-abroad years are usually charged at a lower rate.
Warwick fees page · source
About £30,150 in fees over 3 years, covered by a tuition fee loan you repay only when earning above the threshold.
National Student Survey 2025-26
What do students say?
82%agreed the course was good overall (question 26)
NSS — a yearly survey of final-year students at every UK university; 70% of this course’s final year answered. Small groups can swing a lot year to year.
National Student Survey, via Discover Uni · 70 students answered
Highest: 99% agreed on question 5; lowest: 66% on question 25.
All questions26
| Question | Agree |
|---|---|
| Question 1 | 97% |
| Question 2 | 93% |
| Question 3 | 90% |
| Question 4 | 84% |
| Question 5 | 99% |
| Question 6 | 88% |
| Question 7 | 90% |
| Question 8 | 83% |
| Question 9 | 81% |
| Question 10 | 80% |
| Question 11 | 84% |
| Question 12 | 78% |
| Question 13 | 80% |
| Question 14 | 67% |
| Question 15 | 94% |
| Question 16 | 96% |
| Question 17 | 78% |
| Question 18 | 83% |
| Question 19 | 85% |
| Question 20 | 94% |
| Question 21 | 94% |
| Question 22 | 84% |
| Question 23 | 86% |
| Question 24 | 74% |
| Question 25 | 66% |
| Question 26 | 82% |
Question texts are published by the Office for Students; the dataset carries only the question numbers.
Modules, entry requirements and fees are facts read from University of Warwick’s course page on 2026-09-19 and may change; the university’s page is authoritative. Descriptions are not reproduced. Outcome figures are from the Discover Uni dataset. University of Warwick is a trade mark of the university; sch.today is independent of it.