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BA (Hons) History with Foundation Year

Canterbury Christ Church University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The BA (Hons) History with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University provides a comprehensive education in the study of history, covering a wide range of topics from ancient civilizations to modern societies. The foundation year prepares students for undergraduate-level studies, developing their critical thinking and research skills. Students will learn how to analyze historical events, sources, and interpretations, as well as how to communicate their findings effectively. This course is ideal for those who are passionate about understanding the past and its impact on contemporary society.

Additional Information

Students can choose from a variety of modules that explore different aspects of history, including British history, European history, international relations, and cultural studies. The course also includes a range of skills-based modules, such as academic writing, research methods, and presentation skills. The foundation year is designed to help students develop the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their undergraduate studies.

Discover the rich history of Canterbury Christ Church University and how it can help you achieve your academic and career goals.

Canterbury Christ Church University offers a unique learning experience that combines academic rigor with practical applications. Students have access to cutting-edge facilities, including the Canterbury Cathedral archives, which provide unparalleled opportunities for historical research and exploration. The university's commitment to social responsibility and community engagement makes it an excellent choice for students who want to make a positive impact in the world.

Why You Should Study This Course

A foundation year helps you develop the study skills and self-confidence needed for higher education when you don’t reach the entry requirements for your subject.

Our Canterbury Campus, located in a UNESCO World Heritage Site and right in the heart of a beautiful cathedral city, is the perfect place to study History.

The academic team is all professional historians, active researchers, and published authors of national and international acclaim.

The course has been designed to enable you to follow your interests wherever they may lead. In Years 2 and 3, you can study a specific period or mix and match several.

We work hard to prepare you for the world of work by emphasizing the transferable skills valued by employers across a spectrum of professions, including empirical research, critical thinking, and clear writing. Recent history graduates have embarked on careers in heritage, education, the public sector, the arts industries, and business.

General Eligibility

A Levels: DDE

BTEC: MPP

Access: Pass 45 Credits

International Baccalaureate: TBC

Combinations: A combination of qualifications totaling 64 UCAS points minimum

Applicants without formal level 3 qualifications will also be considered.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Foundation Year

Core module:

  • Life and Study

  • Understanding Arts and Humanities

  • Being Human

  • Experiencing the Humanities

Optional module:

  • Historical Foundations

  • America and the World

  • Dangerous Ideas

2 Year 1

Core module:

  • Making Your Mark

  • Civilizations of the Ancient World

  • Europe in the Age of the Vikings

  • Renaissance, Reformation, and Revolution in the Early Modern World

  • The Making of the Modern World

  • The Cold War and the Making of the Contemporary World

3 Year 2

Core module:

  • Futures of the Past

  • Manifestations of Empire

Optional module:

  • Canterbury in the Medieval and Early Modern World

  • Castles in Medieval Society

  • Life and Death in the Middle Ages

  • Atlantic Americas: Commerce, Domination, and Resistance in the Atlantic World, 1500-1800

  • Race and Racism: Categorisation, Conquest, and Control in America

  • Terror, Consent, and Resistance in Nazi Germany

4 Year 3

Core module:

  • Independent Study

  • Being A Historian

Optional module:

  • Roman Lives

  • From Norsemen to Normans: Pirates and Princes

  • Britain in the Early Medieval World

  • Poverty, Prostitution, Plague: The Problems of English Society, 1600-1800

  • Power, Splendour and Diplomacy: The Early Modern Courts of Europe

  • ‘The Troubles': War, Rebellion, and Loyalty in Ireland

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS 6.5 or equivalency – with no less than 5.5 in any element.

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