BA (Hons) History
University of SuffolkIpswich, United Kingdom
Course overview
Our BA (Hons) History will support you to follow your passion and gain the skills, knowledge and experience to succeed academically and professionally. You will learn about what happened in the past, why it happened, and why it matters today. You will learn to think critically, interpret evidence, and communicate your research with confidence. | Our course covers an extended chronological period from the early modern to the modern day.
It features a combination of Global and British History. You will focus on British history, which you will approach from regional, national and global perspectives, while also exploring other national histories such as Ireland and the USA. You will learn about a wide range of thematic subjects, such as revolutions, monarchy and modern ideologies, witchcraft and sexuality, food security, consumerism, war and genocide, conquest, empire and slavery.
Key highlights
- Spans the early modern period to the modern day
- Combines British history with global history
- British history approached from regional, national and global perspectives
- Explores national histories of Ireland and the USA
- Themes include revolutions, witchcraft, empire, slavery and genocide
- Builds skills in critical thinking, interpreting evidence and communicating research
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC — A-Level: BBC
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC: DMM
- T-level: Merit — T Level: Merit
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
Scholarships
International Merit Scholarship
The awards are £1,000 - £3,000 based on your academic achievements and level of study.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarship
We will be awarding fifty (50) Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarships of £4,000 value each in the 2025/26 academic year.
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Archivist
- Museum curator
- Heritage officer
- Researcher
- Secondary school history teacher
- Journalist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £16,000
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 Suffolk, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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