96 tariff points (calculate your points at UCAS.com)
Your points must include at least 2 A Levels or equivalent BTEC qualifications, for example:
BCC at A levels, DMM at BTEC or use a combination of qualifications to achieve the required tariff.
Studying history at the University of Gloucestershire is centred on understanding the making of the modern world by analysing the past. Taught by subject specialists in British, European, American and Russian history, you’ll explore some of the fundamental issues, events and ideas that have shaped the past since the 15th century.
Our degree is particularly focused on how the past can be understood through lenses of race, class, and gender, and how historical interpretations are expressed through contemporary popular culture and memory.
As well as study, you’ll also ‘do’ history and develop key skills that will prepare you for life after graduation. Through our unique student-centred teaching you’ll study these subjects in smaller seminar groups.
You’ll work closely with subject experts in interactive sessions that involve discussions, debates, and hands-on workshops – allows you to make the most of class time while developing key critical skills and confidence.
96 tariff points (calculate your points at UCAS.com)
Your points must include at least 2 A Levels or equivalent BTEC qualifications, for example:
BCC at A levels, DMM at BTEC or use a combination of qualifications to achieve the required tariff.
This course is available with an integrated foundation year to help you prepare.
We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants though the entry requirements still apply.
Some courses require several years of working experiences in the relevant industry.
Please read the entry requirements for your country – and you’re welcome to contact our admissions team if you have questions.
English and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required.
Here's an example of the types of modules you'll study (it's unlikely but the contents and structure of the course could change).
Module information is not available for this programme.
| Start date | Location | UCAS code |
Fee (UK) per year |
Fee (international) per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2021 | Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham | V100 | £9,250 | £14,700 |
| Sep 2022 | Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham | V100 | — | — |
Graduates from this course can go on to work in:
Our students conduct original research for the Cotswold Centre for History and Heritage, and produce public exhibitions for the Gloucester History Festival, developing their critical abilities in investigation, teamwork and communication. You can also choose to study abroad and go on international field trips to places such as Washington DC. Experiences like these prepare our graduates for a range of fascinating careers.
We have a diverse and interesting breadth of expertise, including early modern Britain and Europe, the Soviet Union, race, democracy and culture in America, Victorian culture, politics and intellectual thought, 18th-20th century popular culture, politics, women’s history, and heritage.
You can gain practical experience by working in archives and local galleries. As well as various field trips within the UK and international locations such as Washington DC, you can also study abroad at various locations in Europe and North America.
Recent guest lecturers include John Dobai, a holocaust survivor, Tim Stanley, lead writer of The Telegraph, dramatist and critic Bonnie Greer OBE, and Tim Ingold, the world-renowned anthropologist who examines the relationship between humanity and the weather.
Work with experienced practitioners, engage with active researchers and be inspired by published authors to become well-rounded and innovative individuals.
Our History courses rank top 20 in the UK for research intensity, according to the Complete University Guide 2021.
Our History courses rank 9th in the UK for students' union according to the National Student Survey 2020.
In addition to various field trips within the UK, there are opportunities to take part in international trips to locations such as Spain. There are also opportunities for you to study abroad in Ireland, USA and Canada.
You can conduct original research for the Cotswold Centre for History and Heritage, and produce exhibitions for the Gloucester History Festival – developing your critical abilities in investigation, teamwork and communication.
“I teach on courses covering democracy and slavery in the 19th century, the long Civil Rights movement, and major themes in the 20th century. I am primarily a cultural historian and I am particularly interested in the diffusion of African American culture both in Europe and the US. I completed my PhD in 2012, which examined the emergence of transatlantic study of African American blues music through the work of Paul Oliver.
“My passion for history actually originates with the blues. I’ve loved the blues since I was little, and through it I became aware of the issues surrounding African American history: slavery, civil rights, culture, and the influence this had on American society.”
Christian O’Connell, Academic Course Leader in History
“One of the best memories I have was a trip in my third year to the National Civil War Centre in Newark. As well as visiting the museum proper, we met some of the people behind the museum, including a session where we could examine and even personally handle some of the incredible artefacts they’d collected, from books and coins to weapons and armour.”
Luke Stagg, History graduate
Take a look at our history course blog to hear more from our history students about their studies and what they’ve been up to after graduation.
