BA (Hons) History
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
Imagine decoding the Bayeux Tapestry, examining Henry VIII’s armour, or exploring the social and political power of jazz. These are some of the paths you could choose on our BA History degree programme. From the Roman Empire to Thatcher’s Britain, you’ll study the political, social, economic and cultural forces that have shaped the world.
You’ll be taught by a team of internationally recognised historians and learn about developments around the globe: from Britain and its empire, across continental Europe and the Middle East, to South and East Asia and North America. You’ll learn how to develop and communicate your own ideas, and how to interpret historical sources. Choice will be at the heart of your History degree.
Building on a firm grounding in your first year, in your second and third years you’ll choose from a wide range of optional modules. You’ll decide how to build your course, tailoring your studies to your interests.
Key highlights
- Covers history from the Roman Empire to Thatcher's Britain
- Taught by internationally recognised historians
- Global scope spanning Europe, Middle East, Asia and North America
- Wide choice of optional modules in second and third years
- Develops skills in interpreting historical sources and communicating ideas
- Topics range from the Bayeux Tapestry to the power of jazz
Entry requirements
- International Baccalaureate: 33 — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 33 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 4 subjects at H2, 2 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAAAA Scottish Advanced Highers BBC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Scottish Advanced Highers: BBC — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 33 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 4 subjects at H2, 2 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAAAA Scottish Advanced Highers BBC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Scottish Highers: AAAAA — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 33 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 4 subjects at H2, 2 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAAAA Scottish Advanced Highers BBC. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Irish Leaving Certificate — 4 subjects at H2, 2 subjects at H3
Careers this course leads to
- Archivist
- Museum curator
- Heritage officer
- Researcher
- Journalist
- Civil service administrator
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £23,100 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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