Programme Specification for the 2023/4 academic year
BA (Hons) History and Politics with Study Abroad
1. Programme Details
| Programme name | BA (Hons) History and Politics with Study Abroad | Programme code | UFA4HPSHPSCA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study mode(s) | Part Time Full Time |
Academic year | 2023/4 |
| Campus(es) | Cornwall Campus |
NQF Level of the Final Award | 6 (Honours) |
2. Description of the Programme
The globalising world in which we live presents us with a multitude of opportunities and challenges. Urgent issues such as conflict, development, marginalised communities, poverty and the environment require creative solutions. In this dynamic programme you will explore, understand and engage critically with contemporary socio-political problems through an examination of the past, present and future.
History and Politics at the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus is a unique, integrated degree programme that genuinely combines the research expertise of staff in both disciplines. This programme is committed to using both historical practice and political analysis to gain multiple perspectives on contemporary problems. We offer a diverse range of modules from the Early Modern period to the present day. Module choices include the politics of war and counterinsurgency; British imperialism in the Middle East; race relations in North America; Israel and Palestine; propaganda; foreign policy; protest and NGOs; environmental change; gender; science and technology; security and intelligence; critical military studies; comparative electoral politics; media; political psychology; political theory; and the politics of the European Union.
This programme will equip you with graduate skills sought after by the most competitive employers in the public and private sectors. Our degree in History and Politics is particularly relevant for those interested in a career in diplomacy, NGOs, law and advocacy, teaching, journalism, the Civil Service and international development.
Studying abroad offers you a fantastic opportunity to expand your educational and cultural experiences. Moreover, research indicates that 64% of employers consider an international experience important for recruitment and report that graduates with an international background are given greater responsibility more frequently. 92% of employers involved in a study conducted in 2014* indicated that they look for skills such as openness to and curiosity about new challenges, problem-solving and decision-making skills, confidence, and tolerance towards other personal values and behaviours. The study revealed that studying abroad had a positive impact on the development of these skills and concluded that the employability and competences of students greatly benefit from mobility.
Advice and guidance on your programme can be sought from your personal tutor and programme director. All staff offer regular office hours that you can drop into without a prior appointment for this purpose.
*European Commission (2014) The Erasmus Impact Study, Luxembourg: Publications Office of the European Union, 2014
3. Educational Aims of the Programme
The programme aims to:
- Offer an excellent Honours-level education in History and Politics that explores the interface between the disciplines.
- Introduce you to a wide range of historical and political problems and the main analytical and critical approaches of the two disciplines
- Produce graduates who can engage imaginatively in the process of understanding and analysing complex and sophisticated problems in the two disciplines by critical approaches that blend detailed and broad levels of analysis.
- Develop your independent critical thinking and judgement.
The Study Abroad option will provide you with the opportunity to study some aspects of English in a university abroad and to give you an insight into the culture of the host country.
4. Programme Structure
5. Programme Modules
The following tables describe the programme and constituent modules. Constituent modules may be updated, deleted or replaced as a consequence of the annual programme review of this programme.
http://intranet.exeter.ac.uk/humanities/studying/undergraduates/modules/
https://politics.exeter.ac.uk/students/ugmodules_cornwall/
You may take optional modules as long as any necessary prerequisites have been satisfied, where the timetable allows and if you have not already taken the module in question or an equivalent module. You can weight your modules primarily in one discipline in stage 2 but if you choose to do more History than Politics at stage 2 you must do the reverse in the final stage (and vice versa) so that across your degree you will have an equal number of credits from History and Politics.
You may take elective modules up to 30 credits outside of the programme in any stage of the programme as long as any necessary prerequisites have been satisfied, where the timetable allows and if you have not already taken the module in question or an equivalent module.
Stage 1
60 credits of compulsory modules, 60 credits of optional modules (including 30 credits of History optional modules and 30 credits of Politics and International Relations optional modules)
Compulsory Modules
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIC1602 | Crafts of Research and Writing | 15 | No |
| HIC1603 | Public History | 15 | No |
| HIC1604 | New Approaches to History | 15 | No |
| POC1031 | Political Communication | 15 | No |
Optional Modules
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| HISP S1 CH His-Pol opt 2023-4 | |||
| HIC1007 | People's History: Sources and Skills | 15 | No |
| HIC1305 | World History: Science, Environment and Sustainability | 15 | No |
| HIC1306 | World History: Globalisation | 15 | No |
| HIC1605 | European History: Politics and Society | 15 | No |
| POC Stage 1 Politics Option Modules 2023-4 (History and Politics) | |||
| POC1003 | British Government and Politics | 15 | No |
| POC1014 | The Public Policy Process | 15 | No |
| POC1021 | Key Concepts in Politics and International Relations | 15 | No |
| POC1022 | Violence in World Politics | 15 | No |
| POC1023 | Participating in Politics | 15 | No |
| POC1026 | Power, Inequality and Global Justice | 15 | No |
| POC1028 | Modern Political Theory | 15 | No |
| POC1029 | Work Placement | 15 | No |
Stage 2
30 credits of compulsory modules, 90 credits of optional modules. You will select either Pathway A or B.
a Under Pathway A, you will take the 30-credit compulsory module HUC2002 Perspectives on Sources: Independent Study Project in the Humanities.
b Under Pathway B, you will take the 15-credit compulsory module POC2124 Political Analysis and POC2120 Power and Democracy.
Compulsory Modules
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| HUC2002 | Perspectives on Sources: Independent Study Project in the Humanities [See note a above] | 30 | No |
| POC2124 | Political Analysis [See note b above] | 15 | No |
| POC2120 | Power and Democracy [See note b above] | 15 | No |
Optional Modules
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIC Stage 2 History Option Modules 2023-4 | |||
| HIC2006 | American Slavery since Abolition (1865-to the Present) | 15 | No |
| HIC2028 | Art and Archaeology in Post-Colonial Nations | 15 | No |
| HIC2034 | Iron and Steel and Society | 15 | No |
| HIC2316 | The Occult in Victorian Britain | 15 | No |
| HIC2324 | Organised Crime in USA | 15 | No |
| HUC2012 | The Age of Unreason? Modernity and its Discontents | 15 | No |
| HUC2013 | Enlightenment and the Age of Reason: Philosophy, Politics, Society | 15 | No |
| HUC2015 | Revolution and Abolition: History and Legacies of the Atlantic Slave Trade | 15 | No |
| HUC2016 | Rule, Britannia? Politics and Political Thought in Britain and Ireland from the Glorious Revolution to Peterloo | 15 | No |
| POC Stage 2 Politics Option Modules 2023-4 (History and Politics) | |||
| POC2005 | American Politics | 15 | No |
| POC2012 | The Ethics and Politics of Humanitarian Intervention | 15 | No |
| POC2018 | National and Community Identity | 15 | No |
| POC2041 | The Political Psychology of Elites | 15 | No |
| POC2047 | Work Placement | 15 | No |
| POC2085 | Imagining the Good Life: From Agora to the American Dream | 15 | No |
| POC2087 | Security Studies | 15 | No |
| POC2088 | Understanding Israel and Palestine: One Land, Two People | 15 | No |
| POC2098 | Comparative Politics | 15 | No |
| POC2103 | Introduction to Postcolonialism | 15 | No |
| POC2108 | Political Geographies: Local to Global | 15 | No |
| POC2114 | Green Politics in Theory and Practice | 15 | No |
| POC2123 | Politics of the Middle East | 15 | No |
| POC2128 | Global Authoritarianism | 15 | No |
| POC2129 | Gender and Politics in Africa | 15 | No |
| POC2130 | Political Behaviour across Generations and the Life Course | 15 | No |
| POC2131 | Political Economy | 15 | No |
Stage 3
120 credits of compulsory modules
For your year abroad you will agree a suite of modules in your host institution with the College Study Abroad Coordinator. Details of individual modules that may be taken whilst abroad can be found by accessing the partner institution’s factfile at http://www.exeter.ac.uk/international/abroad/where/ and navigating to the “Course Requirements” section of that factfile where a link to the modules on offer in the partner institution is displayed.
Compulsory Modules
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| HUC3005 | Year Abroad | 120 | Yes |
Stage 4
30 credits of compulsory Dissertation, 90 credits of optional modules
Compulsory Modules
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHP3042 | Interdisciplinary Final-Year Dissertation | 30 | No |
Optional Modules
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIC Final Stage History Option Modules 2023-4 | |||
| HIC3004 | Hippies: The US Counterculture of the 1960s | 30 | No |
| HIC3006 | Indigenous Heritage and Belief | 30 | No |
| HIC3300 | Britain and the Telecommunications Revolution | 30 | No |
| HIC3303 | The Three Klans: Ethno-Politics in the 19th and 20th Century US | 30 | No |
| HIC3313 | Gender, Power and Identity in Early Modern England | 30 | No |
| HIC3316 | The Environment and Everyday Life in Modern Britain | 30 | No |
| HIC3513 | Landscape, History and Heritage in Britain Since the Sixteenth Century | 30 | No |
| HUC3016 | Irish Stories: History, Politics, Literature and Heritage | 30 | No |
| HUC3045 | Myth in the Modern World: From the Classics to Conspiracies | 30 | No |
| HUC3048 | Writing Nature | 30 | No |
| POC Final Stage Politics Option Modules 2023-4 | |||
| POC3020 | The Politics of War | 30 | No |
| POC3023 | Entangled Life: Radical Democracy in Theory | 15 | No |
| POC3026 | Entangled Life: Radical Democracy in Practice | 15 | No |
| POC3095 | Environmental Knowledge Controversies | 15 | No |
| POC3097 | The Politics of Gender, Sex and Sexuality | 15 | No |
| POC3103 | The Resource Paradox: Blessing or Curse? | 15 | No |
| POC3105 | Negotiating Postcoloniality: History and Politics of Independent India | 15 | No |
| POC3117 | The Politics of Climate Change | 15 | No |
| POC3124 | Political Thinkers of the Late Twentieth Century | 15 | No |
| POC3128 | Post-Soviet Politics and Societies | 15 | No |
| POC3130 | Controversies in American Politics | 15 | No |
| POC3133 | Chinese Politics and Society | 15 | No |
| POC3134 | Queer Theory in the Global Context | 15 | No |
| POC3135 | Platform Politics: Power, Technology and the Circuits of Social Struggle | 15 | No |
| POC3137 | The Politics of Knowledge and Ignorance | 15 | No |
| POC3138 | Field Trip | 15 | No |
| POC3139 | Research Experience | 15 | No |
| POC3141 | Displacement and Migration in the Middle East | 15 | No |
| POC3142 | Social and Islamist Armed Movements | 15 | No |
| POC3143 | Global Sustainability Challenges | 15 | No |
| POC3146 | Party Politics, Voters and Elections in Britain | 15 | No |
| POC3147 | Politics of Work | 15 | No |
| POC3148 | Political Psychology and Society | 15 | No |
6. Programme Outcomes Linked to Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
Intended Learning Outcomes
A: Specialised Subject Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
1. Describe core subject areas in History and Politics, and demonstrate a specialised knowledge in certain areas. | ILOs 1-4 are developed in stages 1 and 2 of the programme through lectures and tutorials. Specialisation is developed in the final stage in small-group teaching. ILOs 5-6 are developed in project work and the Interdisciplinary Dissertation respectively. In the study abroad year, the teaching and learning activities will be those used by the host university. | ILOs 1-4 are assessed by a combination of written examinations, continuous assessment essays, oral presentations and group project work. ILO 5 is assessed by project work. ILO 6 is assessed by the dissertation. In the study abroad year, the assessment methods will be those used by the host university. |
Intended Learning Outcomes
B: Academic Discipline Core Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
7. Answer questions concisely and persuasively both orally and in writing. | ILOs 7-8 form the backbone of all modules taken at all stages, but the level of complexity develops according to stage. ILOs 9-10 are developed throughout the programme in lectures, seminars and continuous assessment. You are encouraged to use the stage 2 project work as a way of addressing ILO 11 and concentrate on doing so in the final stage Dissertation. In the study abroad year, the teaching and learning activities will be those used by the host university. | These skills are assessed through a combination of term-time essays and other assignments, oral presentations, project and dissertation work, and examinations. The criteria of assessment pay full recognition to the importance of the various skills outlined. In the study abroad year, the assessment methods will be those used by the host university. |
Intended Learning Outcomes
C: Personal/Transferable/Employment Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
12. Think critically, creatively and independently. | ILOs 12-14 are developed through the processes of acquiring subject knowledge and core academic skills (see A and B above). ILO 15 is developed through group work in specific parts of the syllabus as well as group work in second and final stage optional History and Politics and International Relations modules. ILO 16 is developed by student progression through a learning and teaching programme that is gradually more self-managed, the personal tutor and Personal Development Planning systems. Independent study forms a major part of our learning and teaching programme, most notably in the stage 2 project and the final stage dissertation. In the study abroad year, the teaching and learning activities will be those used by the host university. | ILOs 12-14 are assessed primarily through summative and formative essays and other assignments, assessed presentations, project work, the dissertation and examinations. ILO 15 is assessed directly in specific parts of the syllabus as well as in assessed group work/presentations in second and final stage optional History and Politics and International Relations modules. ILOs 15-16 are assessed indirectly throughout the programme, in that where modules require the development of these skills, it would be very difficult to achieve a good mark in the assessments without having developed such skills. In the study abroad year, the assessment methods will be those used by the host university. |
7. Programme Regulations
Programme-specific Progression Rules
To progress to Stage 2 you must achieve an average mark of at least 60% in Stage 1, otherwise you will be required to transfer to the three-year programme. This is to ensure that only those students who are likely to succeed in their Year Abroad are selected.
The Year Abroad counts as a single 120 credit module and is not condonable; you must pass this module to graduate with the degree title of BA History and Politics with Study Abroad. If you fail the Year Abroad module your degree title will be commuted to BA History and Politics. You will be assessed by your host university during your academic year abroad with their grades converted back to Exeter grades to contribute towards your degree classification. The rules governing failure and referral will be determined by the host institution.
Classification
Full details of assessment regulations for all taught programmes can be found in the TQA Manual, specifically in the Credit and Qualifications Framework, and the Assessment, Progression and Awarding: Taught Programmes Handbook. Additional information, including Generic Marking Criteria, can be found in the Learning and Teaching Support Handbook.
8. College Support for Students and Students' Learning
You will have an academic personal tutor for your entire programme of study who is available at advertised ‘office and feedback hours’. There are induction sessions to orientate you at the start of your programme. A personal tutoring system will operate with regular communication throughout the programme. Academic support will be also be provided by module leaders. You can also make an appointment to see individual teaching staff.
The College complies with the Code of Practice on Study and Work Experience Abroad. The name of the member of staff acting as the programme’s co-ordinator for study abroad is made known to you before you leave Exeter, and this person is responsible for liaison and oversight of your progress during the year abroad. Contact will be maintained with you during your year abroad by regular email communication.
9. University Support for Students and Students' Learning
Please refer to the University Academic Policy and Standards guidelines regarding support for students and students' learning.
10. Admissions Criteria
Undergraduate applicants must satisfy the Undergraduate Admissions Policy of the University of Exeter.
Postgraduate applicants must satisfy the Postgraduate Admissions Policy of the University of Exeter.
Specific requirements required to enrol on this programme are available at the respective Undergraduate or Postgraduate Study Site webpages.
11. Regulation of Assessment and Academic Standards
Each academic programme in the University is subject to an agreed College assessment and marking strategy, underpinned by institution-wide assessment procedures.
The security of assessment and academic standards is further supported through the appointment of External Examiners for each programme. External Examiners have access to draft papers, course work and examination scripts. They are required to attend the Board of Examiners and to provide an annual report. Annual External Examiner reports are monitored at both College and University level. Their responsibilities are described in the University's code of practice. See the University's TQA Manual for details.
14. Awarding Institution
University of Exeter
15. Lead College / Teaching Institution
Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS)
16. Partner College / Institution
Partner College(s)
Not applicable to this programme
Partner Institution
Not applicable to this programme.
17. Programme Accredited / Validated by
0
18. Final Award
BA (Hons) History and Politics with Study Abroad
19. UCAS Code
VLD2
20. NQF Level of Final Award
6 (Honours)
21. Credit
| CATS credits | ECTS credits |
|---|
22. QAA Subject Benchmarking Group
[Honours] Politics and international relations
[Honours] History
23. Dates
| Origin Date | 01/09/2010 |
Date of last revision | 31/08/2022 |
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