BA (Hons) History

Course Overview

• As well as studying History in the traditional sense, you will be using newspapers, online sites, sound recordings, television, and film to explore a broad range of topics. 

• In addition to traditional essays and exams, you'll be assessed through exhibitions, posters, websites, podcasts, blogs, and even a mock peace conference. 

• Engage with public History by working with a range of outside agencies, including museums, archives, and heritage organizations 

• Develop a proposal for a public history event, working with organizations such as the Bournemouth Blind Society, BCP council, National Motor Museum, and the Museum of East Dorset

• Gain valuable experience during a four-week or optional 30-week placement. Work with organizations such as Dorset History Centre, Huntley Film Archives, Highcliffe Castle, RNLI, and ABA Antiques.

• This course received an impressive 100% satisfaction rating from our final-year students.

• Bournemouth University is ranked in the top 10 universities for History in the Guardian University Guide 2023

General Eligibility

This course requires 104–120 UCAS tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. We are happy to consider a combination of qualifications and grades to meet the overall tariff, for example, A-levels A*CC, ABC, BBB or BCC, BTECs DDM, or DMM.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

Language Requirement

• IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in reading or writing and 5.5 in all other components or equivalent.