BA (Hons) Contemporary History and Politics
- Part-time study available
- International students can apply
- Overseas study available
- Work placement opportunity
- Course code : LV21
- Duration :
Three years full-time
Six years part-time
3 good reasons to Contemporary History and Politics at Salford:
- Highly rated for research and teaching (24/24 QAA) with smaller classes and more support
- Study abroad; choose from Europe, USA, Australia, and Canada
- Westminster Parliamentary Placement and television work placement opportunities
During my time at Salford, I worked for Charles Kennedy on the University's Parliamentary Placement Scheme. After graduating, I returned to work for Charles Kennedy and was involved in the 2001 General Election campaign. I would recommend this scheme to anyone who hopes to pursue a career in politics.
Rebecca McLindon, BA (Hons) Contemporary History and PoliticsThis exciting degree course offers a thorough grounding in 20th Century history and in politics and a range of module options enabling you to direct your studies in line with your own specific interests. Our staff are acknowledged experts in their subject areas and there is a programme of guest speakers from around the world.
There is the opportunity to spend some or all of your second year studying abroad at little, if any, extra cost and a choice of two excellent placement opportunities to boost your CV. Students who will be in the second year of their studies in 2012/13 or 2013/14 and spend the full year studying at an Erasmus (European) university may qualify for a tuition fee waiver. You will also receive career guidance and study in a culture of student support.