History BA (Hons)
Course Overview - History BA (Hons)
Discover the future by exploring the past. Study five centuries of global history – politics, culture, war, sex and revolution – and graduate with sharp analytical, research and problem-solving skills to thrive in today’s world.
Global perspective
Study over five centuries of British, American and World History in Britain’s Ocean City - with access to rich local archives, museums and heritage sites like The Box.
Career-ready learning
Gain highly sought-after analytical and communication skills while joining a vibrant community of historians through internsh...
Discover the future by exploring the past. Study five centuries of global history – politics, culture, war, sex and revolution – and graduate with sharp analytical, research and problem-solving skills to thrive in today’s world.<br/><br/>Global perspective<br/>Study over five centuries of British, American and World History in Britain’s Ocean City - with access to rich local archives, museums and heritage sites like The Box.<br/><br/>Career-ready learning<br/>Gain highly sought-after analytical and communication skills while joining a vibrant community of historians through internships and volunteering.<br/><br/>Travel and exchange opportunities<br/>Broaden your horizons through free or subsidised field trips and an international exchange programme with partner institutions in the US and Europe.<br/><br/>This course is for you if...<br/>- you are interested in uncovering the various tales and events of British and world history <br/><br/><br/>- you are keen to work with leading historians and dive deep into history through hands-on research <br/><br/><br/>- you enjoy the freedom to shape your own academic journey - choosing modules that reflect your passions<br/><br/><br/>- you are excited to build creative skills that employers value and aim for a rewarding career. <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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