BA (Hons) History

At the University of Essex, we’re about social conscience, wondering why, and understanding the bigger picture. We teach you to find your own critical voice and view history through the eyes of different people, telling hidden histories that might otherwise be forgotten.

Our BA History allows you to explore challenging questions about the impact of political, social, and cultural change on individuals, social groups, and regions. From African-American slavery to Stalin’s Russia—from households in Essex to witchcraft in Germany—from the history of the disease to revolutions in China, we urge you to explore the past in order to better understand the present.

UK entry requirements

• A-levels: BBB

• BTEC: DDM, depending on the subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.

• IB: 30 points or three Higher Level certificates with 555

• We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Levels. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard levels, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information.

• Access to HE Diploma: 6 level 3 credits at Distinction and 39 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on the subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.

• We also consider T-levels.

International & EU entry requirements

We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Get in touch with any questions you may have about the qualifications we accept. Remember to tell us about the qualifications you have already completed or are currently taking.

20 hours per week.