History BA (Hons)
Course Overview - History BA (Hons)
It’s often said that the best way to see the future is to understand the past. History with the University helps you to do just that. Exploring five centuries of human history, you encounter political intrigue, cultural transformation, war, sex and revolution across the globe. Graduate with the problem-solving, research and analytical abilities that give you an edge in the world of work.
* Study history in Britain’s Ocean City and explore more than five centuries of fascinating history.
* Work with world leading experts in history from 1500 to the present...
It’s often said that the best way to see the future is to understand the past. History with the University helps you to do just that. Exploring five centuries of human history, you encounter political intrigue, cultural transformation, war, sex and revolution across the globe. Graduate with the problem-solving, research and analytical abilities that give you an edge in the world of work.<br/><br/><br/>* Study history in Britain’s Ocean City and explore more than five centuries of fascinating history.<br/><br/><br/>* Work with world leading experts in history from 1500 to the present day to develop your interests and research. We offer modules in British, American and World History.<br/><br/><br/>* Enhance your career options with a degree that helps you develop highly sought-after analytical and communication skills while you home in on your passion.<br/><br/><br/>* Participate in local, national and international field trips which are free or subsidised for all students. <br/><br/><br/>* Our international exchange programme gives you the opportunity to travel and spend either a semester or an entire year exploring history with one of our partner institutions in the US or Europe.<br/><br/><br/>* Make the most of our excellent history resources and partners in the University library, The Box and wider city of Plymouth and region.<br/><br/><br/>* Be part of a community of historians by joining the History Society or taking part in our internship and volunteering opportunities.<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
V100
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
Including a minimum of 2 A Levels, including grade B in History, Art History, Ancient History, Classical Civilisation, Economics, Government & Politics or Law.
Scottish Higher
In combination with Advanced Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Pass a named Access to HE Diploma (e.g. Preferably History, Humanities or Combined), with at least 33 credits at Merit and/or Distinction to include 12 credits in History (or Art History, Ancient History, Classical Civilisation, Economics, Government & Politics, or Law)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
28
Including Higher Level Grade 5 in History, Art History, Ancient History, Classical Civilisation, Economics, Government & Politics or Law, plus a second subject at Higher Level. English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
In any subject
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H3,H3,H4,H4
H2,H2,H3,H3,H3
Including H3 or above in History, Art History, Ancient History, Classical Civilisation, Economics, Government & Politics or Law, plus English and Mathematics. English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalent
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
D*D*
Subject-specific unit requirements, please refer to Institution.
AS
Considered in combination
Scottish Advanced Higher
104-112 tariff points, including grade B in History, Art History, Ancient History, Classical Civilisation, Economics, Government & Politics or Law. English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalent
Extended Project
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
A level
104-112 tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A Levels, including grade B in History, Art History, Ancient History, Classical Civilisation, Economics, Government & Politics or Law.
T Level
M
Any subject is considered.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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