Modern and Contemporary History BA (Hons)

Available for Clearing 2025

Course Overview - Modern and Contemporary History BA (Hons)

Run in partnership with Politics and International Relations, this course will emphasise the history of the recent past and integrate it with contemporary politics and international relations. Ideal if your main interests lie in the 20th and 21st century – you will be able to concentrate on a focused chronological period, with modules covering a broad geographical range.

You will learn about the various factors, particularly political factors, that shape historical events and our understanding of them. An appreciation of international relations is vital for analysing the fl...

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Why Choose University of Leicester During Clearing?

Leicester isn't just a TEF-Gold rated (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023), a top 25 UK university (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025) and Daily Mail's University of the Year 2025. It's cutting-edge research, world-class facilities, an incredible network of expert teaching staff, a warm campus community, and a place to call home.

What's more, all Clearing applicants are guaranteed a place in Leicester's accommodation! Expect modern furnishings, speedy Wi-Fi and cosy lounge areas - all at a range of costs and sizes. To secure a spot, make sure you've com...

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Course Information

1 Clearing option available

Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

Unknown

Start Date

22/09/2025

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
University Road
Leicester
LE1 7RH

Application Details

Course Code

V140

Institution Code

L34

Points of Entry

Year 1, Year 2

Entry Requirements

Scottish Higher

A,B,B,B,B

Access to HE Diploma

D:30

Pass Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information and eligibility: study@le.ac.uk

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

30

Including 6 in one Higher Level subject

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

D*DD

Please contact the Admissions Team for further information and eligibility: study@le.ac.uk

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

H2,H2,H2,H2,H3

Qualification accepted. Please contact the Admissions Team for further information and eligibility: study@le.ac.uk

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Considered alongside other qualifications

Scottish Advanced Higher

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

Extended Project

Considered alongside other qualifications

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

Considered alongside other qualifications

A level

A,B,B

B,B,B

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

Considered alongside other qualifications

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Fees and funding

England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland £9,535

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