Northumbria University

History and American Studies BA (Hons)

Northumbria UniversityCity Campus, Northumbria University, Newcastle

Course overview

This dynamic and diverse course will provide you with a rich understanding of the past with placements from our academic partnerships, find out more here!

Key highlights

  • Placements offered through the department's academic partnerships
  • Optional placement year or study abroad year available
  • Combines study of history with American studies

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 96-112 — 2026/27 Standard Entry 96 to 112 Tariff Points From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplom…
  • GCSE: 4/C — to include Mathematics, English Language

Careers this course leads to

  • Archivist
  • Museum curator
  • Heritage officer
  • Researcher
  • Secondary school history teacher
  • Journalist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £19,850

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 Northumbria University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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