无论是解释抵抗行为，评估经济变化，描述环境行为还是理解压迫行为，对过去的了解对于了解我们今天的处境以及我们如何塑造未来至关重要。即使是很遥远的过去的社会在这方面也可能具有高度的相关性，这就是为什么历史和政治作为主体可以很好地合作的原因。从政治，社会和宗教的角度加深对时代，大洲和文化的了解，您将学习历史学家的技能，并且您将学习使用这些知识来分析当今社会如何管理自己。您将对历史和政治的不同方法有一个了解，并发展出一系列用于追求历史和政治的方法。您将与国际知名专家一起上课，并具有很大的灵活性和选择权来专注于您最
Are you intrigued by how power has shaped the world we live in, and by the impact of global events on our everyday lives History and Politics at Keele explores big issues such as conflict, the environment, and human rights, providing a foundational knowledge of both subjects. Develop an understanding of the impact of governmental decisions within society by engaging with conversations around power, leadership, policies and political action, and explore how these have changed over time, and how they inform the contemporary world. You will become a confident professional, with key skills in analysis and communication, preparing you for an advanced career and employment.Course overviewOur combined honours History and Politics course at Keele investigates how the past has shaped the world and the societies that we live in today, with consideration of power, governance, and conflict.History at Keele is taught by academics who are active researchers and experts across a diverse range of fields (from political, social, economic and cultural history to the history of gender, health, sexuality and religion) and periods (from late antiquity to the present day). You will develop your knowledge, critical thinking, and analytical skills by studying a range of topics but will also benefit from the opportunity to specialise in areas that align to your personal interests and career aspirations. You will be able to trace the course of change in key areas of human history and appreciate the impact of events, forces, and processes on individual societies and the world as a whole.You will learn how to research diverse topics effectively, how to critically interrogate evidence and reflect on pivotal moments in history. This will involve working both independently and as part of a team in order to broaden your knowledge and develop transferable skills that will allow you to interpret information from various sources critically and effectively.Politics at Keele helps you to understand society and the events and forces which shape it, engaging with questions around justice, legitimacy and accountability. Our programme allows you to study the foundations of this subject area as well as tailoring your studies to suit your individual interests, whether these are theoretical, historical, empirical or related to specific issues.Foundation YearOur Foundation Year provides an excellent alternative route to Keele, providing a unique opportunity to better prepare for your chosen degree, and with guaranteed entry onto your undergraduate course once you successfully complete your Foundation Year.This extra year of study can improve your academic skills, expand your subject knowledge, give you a better understanding of higher education and, perhaps most importantly of all, build your confidence.Your future careerEnhance your employabilityHistory and Politics will prepare you for a wide range of roles. You will have gained various skills in communication, analysis and problem solving that will prepare you for a variety of careers, for example in local government, the civil service and for campaigningactivist groups.Your knowledge and expertise will allow you to take a balanced approach towards your work and make reasonable judgements and arguments when collaborating with colleagues. You will be able to confidently articulate and share ideas and make suggestions.Upon graduation you may wish to explore the following areas:Teaching and educationGovernment and policyHeritageMedia and journalismParliamentCharities and NGOsDiplomacyBusinessLawInternational relationsDuration of study: 3 years 4 years with international or placement year