On our BA (Hons) History course we’ll give you the in-depth knowledge and skills you need to become a historian.
During this course you’ll get to explore modern British, Irish and world history. You’ll acquire a deep historical knowledge and understanding of different periods of history in various parts of the world, exploring cultural, diplomatic, political, public and social angles.
We’ll give the skills you need to become a professional historian. You’ll get to discover and analyse evidence and put forward your own arguments and interpretations.
Some modules will cover the broad sweep of history, while others are specifically focused on particular historic events and key figures. Other modules will give you an insight into careers in museums and heritage.
Why study with us
- History courses at the University of Central Lancashire are ranked 3rd in the North West for student satisfaction (CUG, 2022).
- You’ll get to take on the Community History Project, which involves working on a live project brief with a real client.
- You’ll also have the chance to get involved in international volunteering projects through the University’s Centre for Volunteering and Community Leadership (CVCL), with some modules accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).
What you'll do
- We’re focused on giving you employable skills - our Community History Project and work placements combine independent research, critical thinking and project management.
- There are three strands to this degree: British and Irish History; World History; and Heritage. You can tailor your studies around the subjects you’re particularly interested in.
- You can support the international dimension of your History degree by learning a language or travelling abroad, with awards and bursaries available through the University’s Worldwise learning Centre.
Module overview
Year 1Compulsory modules
• HY1101: Understanding History
Optional modules
• HY1108: Nations and Empires in Asia 1857-1949: China, India, Japan and Thailand 1857-1949
• HY1110: The Making of Britain c.1688- 1815
• HYIII: Colonies to Nation: America, c.1750-1970
• HY1117: State and Society: Europe c1815-1914
• HY1123: History, Heritage and Society
• PO1109: Global Politics: An introduction to International Relations
• PO1112: British Politics
Year 2
Compulsory modules
• HY2001: Sources & Methods
Optional modules
• HY2006: Europe in an Age of Extremes, c.1914-2000
• HY2007: Twentieth Century Britain
• HY2028: Community History Project
• HY2062: Rebellion to Partition in Ireland
• HY2095: Cold War in Asia 1945-1989:
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History, Society and Conflict
• HY2096: Colonial Impacts: Africa 1652-1910
• HY2101: State and Society in Britain, c. 1700-1918
• HY2102: Public History in Practice
• HY2104: The Superpowers: The United States, Russia and Britain, 1917-1991
• IR2101: Globalisation: History, Theories and Approaches
• PO2110: History of Political Ideas
• PO2400: Radical Politics and Political Ideas in Modern Britain: From Lloyd George to Tony Blair
Year 3
Compulsory modules
• HY3991: Extended History Dissertation
• HY3997: History, Museums and Heritage Dissertation
Optional modules
• HY3006: Culture, Society, and Change in Lancashire, c.1900-2000
• HY3007: Dictatorship, democratisation and division: Germany 1933-65
• HY3029: Education, Society and
Culture in England, c. 1790-1914
• HY3054: India, Pakistan and Afghanistan during the Cold War 1947-92
• HY3059: African Nationalism and Independence, 1921-1982
• HY3061: Riots and Rebellion: popular politics and the English people, c. 1780-1850
• HY3062: A Place Apart? The Northern Ireland Troubles
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HY3063: The Presidency of John F. Kennedy, 1961-63
Course delivery
This course is taught face-to-face at one of our UK campuses.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Future careers
The wide range of skills you’ll gain on this course (from critical analysis to independent research and project management) gives you fantastic preparation for a wide range of careers. Many of our History graduates have gone on to forge successful careers in teaching, museum work, and in archives.
Others have gone on to success in other fields such as business and commerce, media law, the public sector and finance.
Our BA (Hons) History degree is especially useful if you’re interested in becoming a teacher:
- Our Year 1 module ‘Understanding History’ includes mini projects such as creating teaching resources for a particular Key Stage.
- Our Year 2 ‘Community History’ and ‘Public History in Practice’ modules offer museum and education elements.
- In Year 3 you’ll have the option of completing a work placement at a secondary school.
Many of our students have gone on to gain further qualifications in History, including our postgraduate MRes History course.
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