BA (Hons) History with a Placement Year
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 BA History with a Placement Year. 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 degree.
Building on a firm grounding in your first year, in your second and fourth 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. On BA History with a Placement Year, you’ll normally spend 9-12 months of your third year in a placement, gaining valuable work experience and employability skills in a relevant area of your choice.
Key highlights
- Third-year placement of 9-12 months in an area of your choice
- Taught by internationally recognised historians
- Global coverage from Britain and Europe to Asia and North America
- Wide choice of optional modules in second and fourth years
- Study history from the Roman Empire to Thatcher's Britain
- Develop skills in interpreting historical sources and communicating ideas
Entry requirements
- International Baccalaureate: 32 — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB Scottish Advanced Highers BBC A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Scottish Advanced Highers: BBC — A combination
- Scottish Highers: AAABB — Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements: International Baccalaureate 32 points overall Irish Leaving Certificate 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 Scottish Highers AAABB Scottish Advanced Highers BBC A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable
- Irish Leaving Certificate — 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3
Careers this course leads to
- Archivist
- Museum curator
- Heritage officer
- Researcher
- Journalist
- Civil servant
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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