History BA (Hons)

**Nurture your understanding of social, cultural and political developments in Britain, Europe and the wider world. You’ll explore modern history from 1700 onwards.**<br/><br/>From landscapes and air pollution to the politics of revolution, learn about how modern history continues to shape our world.<br/><br/>As part of this course, you’ll:<br/><br/><br/>- Learn how historians look to the future based on their understanding of the past<br/><br/><br/>- Expand your knowledge of social, cultural and political development from 1700 onwards<br/><br/><br/>- Analyse documents including films, official records, personal narratives and letters in the context of global events<br/><br/><br/>- Work directly with communities in Leeds and help uncover the citys rich history<br/><br/><br/>- Gain transferable skills in research, writing and critical analysis to become a highly employable graduate<br/><br/><br/>**Find out more**<br/><br/>**We celebrate students and staff with a true passion for the arts and humanities.**<br/><br/>We’ll nurture your passion. This course will develop your creative and critical thinking through:<br/><br/><br/>- Inspired teaching and intellectual debate<br/><br/><br/>- Day-to-day interaction with award-winning authors and playwrights<br/><br/><br/>- A rolling programme of media industry professionals, published lecturers and world-renowned researchers<br/><br/><br/>**Building your future potential**<br/>As a student in the School of Humanities & Social Sciences, you’ll be encouraged to think about your future career right from the start of your learning journey. Information and advice about relevant future career options will be built into the first year of your degree. During your second and third years of study, you’ll be able to choose modules with live brief learning challenges (real life projects designed by employers) and work placement opportunities.<br/><br/>**Career opportunities**<br/>We’ll open your mind to the wide range of opportunities to pursue a career you love. This could be anything from writing and teaching, through journalism and copywriting, business and marketing, to research and publishing.<br/><br/>**Heart of culture and the arts**<br/>Leeds is the Northern heart of culture and the arts. Your campus sits in the very centre of the city, surrounded by numerous museums, art galleries, theatres, film production companies and recording studios.<br/><br/>We work directly with Leeds museums and galleries and many regional events, including the Ilkley Literature Festival and the Leeds West Indian Carnival.<br/><br/>**Diverse research community**<br/>Our research and teaching explore a diversity of topics, from South Africa under Apartheid to the cultural impact of the LGBTQ community, and on-line racism in football to 21st-century genres. <br/><br/>**Hands-on learning**<br/>Were also very hands-on. You’ll have access to regular conferences, seminars and events organised by our Centre for Culture and the Arts, and collaborations with institutes and cultural organisations. <br/><br/>**Why study History at Leeds Beckett University...**<br/>- 97% of students were positive about the teaching on BA (Hons) History*<br/><br/><br/>- We are ranked in the top 15 universities in the UK for studying History**<br/><br/><br/>- Guest lectures delivered by industry professionals<br/><br/><br/>- Professional Project Workshop module allows you to gain practical experience working with live-briefs set by industry partners<br/><br/><br/>- Strong and meaningful partnerships with community organisations<br/><br/><br/>- 92.3% of BA (Hons) History graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation***<br/><br/><br/>National Student Survey 2024*<br/>2024 Guardian Subject League Tables*<br/>Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 21-22

Ranked a top 10 university in the UK for course quality and careers (Uni Compare Rankings, 2026), Leeds Beckett University is committed to giving you the support and guidance you need to succeed in a career. From hands-on opportunities to cutting-edge facilities, LBU's courses are designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge that employers are looking for.<br/><br/>You'll also have access to a dedicated team of career experts who will offer you advice and opportunities for professional development while studying your course and for up to five years after graduation. Leeds Beckett's aim is to ensure you are career-ready.<br/><br/>And, if you want to live in a budget-friendly city loved by students, with a thriving cultural scene, diverse community and plenty of job opportunities, Leeds is the perfect destination. It's recently been ranked the best place to live in the North (Sunday Times, Best Places to Live 2024)!<br/><br/>Study a course that gives you a future advantage, in a city with something for everyone.