18Jan
UndergraduateUniversity of Kent has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Why Study Military History at Kent? • Leaders in the field: With 90% of History students who completed the National Student Survey 2022 satisfied with the overall quality of teaching at Kent, and History at Kent ranked 1st for research quality in The Complete University Guide 2023 - you will receive outstanding teaching delivered by world-leading academics. • Your degree, your way: With few core modules, you are free to explore all areas of military history, or find your niche and specialise. Develop your interests as they evolve with History at Kent. • Kickstart your career: As a Kent graduate, you will be ready to construct and lead engaging arguments, be quick to recognise context and skilled to propose alternative solutions. And your wide-ranging work with historical sources will improve your ability to think critically, take part in debate and make informed decisions. This means Kent’s History graduates are ready to step into a career of limitless opportunities, so you can effect change in the places you want to see it. • Delve into History: At Kent, our History students have privileged access to the Canterbury Cathedral Library and Archives. The University of Kent is also home to the British Cartoon Archive and holds a rare and complete set of British official histories of the two world wars as part of our Special Collections. • Expand your Horizons: In a competitive market, having something that differentiates you from the crowd is a real plus. This course provides the option to study abroad or work in industry for a year, demonstrating flexibility in your outlook and displaying enthusiasm and a drive to succeed in new environments.
Modules
Year 1 Compulsory modules currently include: Introduction to Military History The British Army and Society since 1660 War and Society in Europe c.1770-1990 Optional modules may include: A Global History of Empire Histories of Health and Medicine since 1800 Renaissance to the Enlightenment War and Society in Europe, c.1789-1945 Year 2 Armies at War, 1914-1918 The Modern World: Revolution and Crisis Undergraduate Dissertation: Design and Planning Optional modules may include: TBC Year 3 Compulsory modules currently include: Undergraduate History Dissertation Optional modules may include: TBC
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- V391
- Institution code:
- K24
- Campus name:
- Canterbury campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Direct entry into Year 2 of this programme is considered on a case by case basis.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level - BBB - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM - MMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/90/military-history
English language requirements
Applicants should have grade C or 4 in English Language GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.
Please visit our website for further information:
https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements.html
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £18600 | Year 1 |
| International | £18600 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please see the programme page at www.kent.ac.uk for further information on fees and funding options.
Please be aware that if the Government permits, the UK fee quoted may increase in line with inflation.
Full-time fees for 2024/25 for international students are £22,700 for laboratory programmes and £18,600 for non-laboratory programmes
Provider information
University of Kent
Recruitment and Admissions Office
Registry
Canterbury
CT2 7NZ
Course contact details
Visit our course pageAdmissions Contact
01227 768896
01227 827077