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 Politics

This 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.

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