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BA Modern History

Brunel University London, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The BA Modern History degree at Brunel University London provides students with a comprehensive understanding of modern history, from the late 18th century to the present day. The course covers a wide range of topics, including political, social, and cultural history, and offers a diverse range of modules that allow students to explore their interests in depth. Students will develop a range of skills, including critical thinking, research, and writing, which will prepare them for a variety of careers after graduation.

Additional Information

Students on this course will have access to a range of resources, including the Brunel University London Library, which holds a vast collection of historical texts and sources. The university is also located in the heart of London, providing students with easy access to many museums, archives, and cultural institutions that offer opportunities for hands-on learning and research. Additionally, the course is taught by experienced historians who are experts in their fields, ensuring that students receive a high-quality education.

Unlock Your Potential: Study Modern History at Brunel University London

Brunel University London offers a unique blend of academic rigour and practical experience that sets it apart from other universities. The university's location in London provides students with unparalleled access to cultural and historical resources, while the course itself is designed to provide students with a broad range of skills and knowledge that will serve them well in their future careers.

Why You Should Study This Course

History is about understanding what it means to be human. Studying and analyzing it will take you back into the societies of the past to help you understand contemporary issues all the more. Its also a subject that will help to demonstrate your intellectual acumen and understanding of world affairs, which will be an asset in so many fields of work. Your studies at Brunel will focus on the history of Britain, Europe, and the wider world in the modern period, looking closely at life as it was lived then, observing differences, similarities, patterns, and connections with the present day. The course has established links to world-renowned archives and libraries based in and close to London, including the Caird Library (National Maritime Museum), The National Archives, and the Imperial War Museum, among others. Additionally, the original WWII operations bunker used by Sir Winston Churchill on the former RAF Uxbridge site is a walk away from campus where Brunel students regularly volunteer.

General Eligibility

  • GCE A-level BBB.

  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DDM.

  • BTEC Level 3 Diploma DM with an A-level at grade B.

  • BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma D in any subject with A-levels grade BC.

  • International Baccalaureate Diploma 30 points. GCSE English equivalent SL 5 or HL 4 and Mathematics SL 4 or HL 4.

  • Obtain a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points in the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3.

  • T levels: Merit overall

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Compulsory

  • Africa and the World

  • Conflict and Diplomacy in the Modern Era

  • Europe in a Global Context

  • Migration and the Settler World, 1600-1914

  • The Problem of the Past

  • Race Britain and Empire

2 Year 2

Compulsory

  • Historians and their Craft

Optional

  • Australia and The Modern World

  • Colonialism and Decolonization

  • The First World War

  • History of the Women’s Movement in the West

  • Issues in American Politics

  • National Security Intelligence

  • The State and Revolution

  • US Foreign Policy

3 Year 3

Compulsory

  • Historians and their Craft

Optional

  • Australia and The Modern World

  • Colonialism and Decolonization

  • The First World War

  • History of the Women’s Movement in the West

  • Issues in American Politics

  • National Security Intelligence

  • The State and Revolution

  • US Foreign Policy

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS: 6.5 (min 5.5 in all areas)

Pearson: 59 (59 in all subscores)

BrunELT: 63% (min 55% in all areas)

TOEFL: 90 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)

Additional Information

This course is available: 4 years full-time with placement

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