History (Including Foundation Year) BA (Hons)

Course Overview - History (Including Foundation Year) BA (Hons)

The Foundation Year in History forms part of an integrated four-year degree programme and is designed for students who do not currently meet the admissions criteria for direct entry onto a degree course.

This course invites you to explore History through engaging themes and topics, while developing essential skills in research, critical thinking and communication. Throughout the year you’ll learn to analyse sources, think critically about the past, and communicate your ideas clearly. With active teaching, reflective tasks and applied assessments, you’ll gain a strong academ...

Course Information

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

4 Years

Start Date

14/09/2026

Campus

Pontypridd

Course Address
University of South Wales
Pontypridd
CF37 1DL

Application Details

Course Code

V00F

Institution Code

W01

Points of Entry

Foundation

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

48

Access to HE Diploma

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points

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

PPP

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSEs: The University normally requires a minimum 3 GCSEs including Mathematics and English at Grade C/Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent but consideration is given to individual circumstances.

A level

D,D

T Level

Pass (D or E)

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