Course contact details
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University of York
Heslington
York
YO10 5DD
History and Politics
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- October 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
Understanding the past is crucial to responding to the political challenges of the future.
This exciting combined degree in History and Politics will help you attain a global understanding of events, institutions and structures. You'll explore how human society works now, and how it has worked in the past. You'll analyse the meaning of ideas such as freedom and democracy, and investigate the factors that have shaped society and culture around the world over time. You'll join two highly respected research intensive departments, being taught by academics at the forefront of their field. You'll graduate with the knowledge and the practical skills to play your part in tackling some of the world’s most important problems.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
- October 2027
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- VL12
- Institution code:
- Y50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of York has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- VL12
- Institution code:
- Y50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelAAA
Essential Subjects:
A Level in History or Classical Civilisation at grade A is essential.
T Level
We are currently not accepting T Levels for this course unless an additional A Level in History or Classical Civilisation has been taken.
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish Higher
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
Access to HE DiplomaDistinction: 39 Merit: 6
Pass Access to HE Diploma with 39 credits at Distinction including at least 9 in History-related units and 6 at Merit or higher.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
Extended ProjectA
If you achieve an A or higher in your EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 36
With 6 in Higher Level History.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate WalesA
We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD
We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.
A Level in History or Classical Civilisation at grade A is essential.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaDDD
We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.
A Level in History or Classical Civilisation at grade A is essential.
OCR Cambridge Technical DiplomaDD
Plus A Level in History or Classical Civilisation at grade A.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended CertificateD
Plus AA in two A Levels.
A Level in History or Classical Civilisation at grade A is essential.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD
Plus A Level in History or Classical Civilisation at grade A.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D
Plus AA in two A Levels.
A Level in History or Classical Civilisation at grade A is essential.
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Contextual A Level offer:
ABB
Essential subjects:
A Level in History or Classical Civilisation at grade A.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9790 | |
| EU & International | £26900 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please note these fees are for 2026 entry. Fees for 2027 entry are yet to be confirmed and will be updated as soon as possible.
For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-funding/
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