This degree allows you to study history from the ancient world right up to the 20th century. You’ll have the chance to explore the civilisations of ancient Greece, Rome and Persia, as well as more recent history across the globe.
A combination of core modules will give you a good grounding in different types of historical research methods, archaeology, literary analysis and life in ancient Greek and Roman society. You’ll also choose from a range of optional modules covering Sparta to the Tudors, the history of Britain, modern Chinese history or black politics in the US to t...
This degree allows you to study history from the ancient world right up to the 20th century. You’ll have the chance to explore the civilisations of ancient Greece, Rome and Persia, as well as more recent history across the globe.<br/><br/>A combination of core modules will give you a good grounding in different types of historical research methods, archaeology, literary analysis and life in ancient Greek and Roman society. You’ll also choose from a range of optional modules covering Sparta to the Tudors, the history of Britain, modern Chinese history or black politics in the US to the present day. You’ll even have the chance to begin or continue with Latin or Ancient Greek throughout your degree. This degree allows you to combine the skills of the classicist and the historian to pursue your interests across periods and cultures.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
24/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
V110
Institution Code
L23
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Scottish HigherAB in Advanced Highers including A in History and AABBB in Highers, or A in History in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 Pass diploma with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. An interview and a piece of written work may also be required. This course has additional subject specific requirements for History. Contact the Admissions Office for more information. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme35 35 points overall with 16 at Higher Level including 6 in History at Higher Level Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 including H2 in History Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)We will consider this qualification in combination with other qualifications. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,M1,M1 including D3 in History Extended ProjectWhere an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be ABB at A Level including A in History and grade A in the EPQ. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)We will consider this qualification in combination with other qualifications. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information. A levelA,A,B including A in History T LevelMight be accepted as in combination with other qualifications, please contact admissions teams for further advice & guidance. |
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