What you’ll studyYou’ll study different periods of history, mostly after 1750, and develop a critical understanding of political ideas, institutions, issues and theories. You’ll learn the skills of both the political scientist and the historian in studying historical materials and contemporary problems.
Fees and fundingWe keep our fees as low as possible and offer a wide range of flexible payment options. And as you can earn while you learn at the OU, studying might be more affordable than you thought.
Access modulesOur Access modules provide high quality, supported and affordable entry into higher education. They’ve been designed to help you find out what it’s like to study with the OU, get a taste of a subject area, develop your study skills, and build your confidence. You may even be able to study for free!