BSc History and Politics
London School of Economics and Political Science
About this course
BSc in History and Politics, a politics and international relations and history degree examining the relationship between political ideas, institutions, and historical change. Students complete studies across both academic departments throughout the duration of the programme. The first year covers foundational study through Introduction to Political Theory, Introduction to Political Science, and The LSE Course. The second year provides breadth with two history options and two government options. The final year allows further specialisation through advanced courses and module choices.
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Entry requirements
A-levels: AAA IB Diploma: 38 points overall , including 766 at higher level
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What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 40 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 77%
- Working and studying: 13%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 25%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 20%
- Finance Professionals: 10%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 87%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 37%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 120 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 63%
- South East: 13%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Political Theory
- Introduction to Political Science
- The LSE Course
- Two history options to the value of two units
- Two government options to the value of two units
- Courses to the value of three units
- OR course choices to the value of one unit
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc History and Politics at London School of Economics and Political Science earn?
The median salary is £36,000 after 15 months, £34,000 after 3 years, £49,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £35,500 and £71,500. The £49,500 median after five years is £15,500 more than the UK median for Politics.
What do graduates of BSc History and Politics at London School of Economics and Political Science do next?
96% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc History and Politics at London School of Economics and Political Science?
96% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc History and Politics at London School of Economics and Political Science?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 190 UCAS points.
Does BSc History and Politics at London School of Economics and Political Science include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc History and Politics at London School of Economics and Political Science?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.