BA Hons in Globalisation in History Politics and Culture

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Brighton

Program Overview

If you're fascinated by how the world works — why countries act the way they do, how cultures collide or connect, and how global issues like migration, human rights, or climate change shape everyday life — this degree is made for you. At Brighton, you explore history, politics, and culture through a global lens, helping you understand the forces that have shaped our world and the challenges we face today.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

Your first year builds a strong foundation across history, politics, and culture. Through modules like Historical Inquiry, Globalisation, Conflict and the Environment, Studying Cultures, Democracy, and The Politics of Representation, you start exploring how global challenges emerge, how societies respond, and how political decisions shape real people’s lives. This year is all about helping you think critically and develop the skills to analyse global issues from multiple perspectives.

Year 2

In your second year, you begin to shape your degree around what interests you most. You follow the “Globalisation” pathway, studying topics such as Colonialism in the Contemporary Global Order and Development and Sustainability. These modules help you understand the legacies of empire, modern inequality, sustainable development, and the politics behind global change. At the same time, you choose another subject pathway — such as politics, philosophy, history, or cultural studies — allowing you to personalise your learning.

Final Year

Your final year lets you go deeper into the issues that matter today. You’ll study modules like Transatlantic Enslavement and the Making of Race and Human Rights and Humanitarian Intervention, exploring everything from the history of racism to today’s refugee crises and global justice debates. You’ll also complete a dissertation on a topic you’re passionate about — a chance to carry out independent research and showcase your critical thinking and writing skills.

Focus areas

Globalisation, world politics, historical change, cultural identity, colonialism, sustainability, human rights, global inequality.

Learning outcomes

You’ll develop the ability to analyse global issues, understand cultural and political processes, conduct research, and think critically about how history and culture shape today’s world.

Professional Alignment

You’ll learn from experts in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, including researchers linked to the Centre for Applied Philosophy, Politics and Ethics — meaning the debates you study are shaped by real research happening right now.

Reputation

The University of Brighton is rated TEF Silver, recognising strong teaching quality and solid student outcomes.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

This degree isn’t just about reading big ideas — it’s about experiencing them, discussing them, and applying them to the world around you. At Brighton, you learn in small, engaging seminars where you debate global issues, work on group projects, and build the confidence to express your ideas clearly. You’ll also have access to the university’s excellent libraries, specialist humanities resources, and opportunities that take your learning beyond the classroom.

Here’s what hands-on learning looks like in this course:

Lively seminars and group discussions where you debate global issues and practice presenting your ideas — a key part of how the course builds your confidence and communication skills.
Optional placements that let you gain real-world experience with charities, community groups or other organisations connected to your studies.
A final-year dissertation where you choose a topic that inspires you, conduct your own research and turn your ideas into a substantial project.
Access to Brighton’s libraries and digital collections, giving you everything you need for research, essays and independent study.
Public lectures, workshops and expert talks that connect you with active researchers and real debates happening right now in politics, culture and global studies.

Progression & Future Opportunities

A degree like this gives you the kind of global awareness and critical thinking that employers really value. Brighton graduates move into a wide range of careers — from journalism and media to NGOs, public policy, heritage, education, community work, and research. Because the course covers politics, history, culture, and global issues, you’ll leave with skills that travel across many industries and career paths.

To help you get there, the university offers strong support and real guidance every step of the way:

Brighton’s Careers & Employability team helps you with CV building, interview preparation, internships, volunteering, and networking — making it much easier to step into your first role after graduation.
High employability: Around 9 in 10 Brighton graduates are in work or further study within 15 months, showing strong outcomes for students across the university.
Positive early-career salaries: Social sciences/humanities graduates typically earn around £26,000 fifteen months after graduating, with many progressing toward £28,000+ after a few years.
Flexible career pathways: Alumni move into areas like journalism, politics, publishing, NGOs, global development, human rights organisations, education, and cultural sectors — roles where global understanding makes a real difference.
A degree with long-term value: While not tied to a single professional accreditation (typical for humanities), Brighton degrees are widely respected, especially for their strong focus on employability and real-world problem-solving.

Further Academic Progression:

If you want to continue studying, Brighton offers a natural next step: the MA Globalisation: Politics, Conflict and Human Rights. You can also progress into master’s degrees in international relations, human rights, journalism, political communication, or other social-science fields — and even move on to a PhD if you’re interested in research or academic careers.