Social Anthropology and History BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Social Anthropology and History BA (Hons)
Study how the present intertwines with past experiences and imagined futures in societies around the world.
By combining history and anthropology study, youll gain the tools to understand and critically engage with the processes, events, actions and ideas that have shaped and continue to impact on our world today.
Why study this course?
• Study past and present cultures across the world, ranging from Europe to Africa, Asia and the Americas.
• Develop the ability to research, analyse and interpret complex information...
Study how the present intertwines with past experiences and imagined futures in societies around the world.<br/><br/>By combining history and anthropology study, youll gain the tools to understand and critically engage with the processes, events, actions and ideas that have shaped and continue to impact on our world today.<br/><br/><strong>Why study this course?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Study past and present cultures across the world, ranging from Europe to Africa, Asia and the Americas.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop the ability to research, analyse and interpret complex information, combined with a deep understanding of societies and cultures past and present.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Alongside practical research experience, you will gain critical and transferable skills that open up a broad range of career opportunities. Social Anthropology and History students can broaden their skills by learning a new language for free, taking a Professional Skills module or getting involved in one of the paid internships offered exclusively to University of Birmingham students.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Set yourself up for a career in cultural heritage, charity, politics, international relations or higher education.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Top 10 in the UK for Anthropology in the Complete University Guide 2025</strong>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
LV61
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects. Please see A Level details above for subject information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM, plus an A at A-level in the required subject/s mentioned above. BTEC Diploma: DD, plus an A at A-level in the required subject/s mentioned above. BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A-level, including an A in the required A-level subject/s mentioned above.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE History grade 7 if not taking A Level History
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
A level
A,B,B
A Level History, Medieval History or Ancient History is preferred but we welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate an interest in and an aptitude for the study of history and politics. Acceptable subjects include: Ancient History, Anthropology, Archaeology, Business Studies, Classical Civilisation, Drama and Theatre Studies, Economics, English Language, English Language and Literature, English Literature, Environmental Studies, Geography, Government and Politics, History, History of Art, Law, Medieval History, Modern or Classical Languages, Music, Philosophy, Psychology, Religious Studies, and Sociology. If you are not studying one or more of the above then please contact us to discuss your application. If you are not taking A level History then we will require GCSE History grade 7 and at least one humanities subject at A level or equivalent.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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