Course summary
Why Study 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: All of our stage 1 and stage 2 modules are optional, so you are free to explore all areas of 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: Hack your History Degree Optional modules may include: A Global History of Empires, c.1500-1965 Captain Swing to the Sex Pistols: Modern Britain, 1830-2000 Europe Transformed: Revolution, War and Diplomacy, 1700-2000 Introduction to Military History Introduction to the History of Health and Medicine Medieval Europe (c. 400 – c. 1450) Race & Rights: America in the World The Early Modern World: Conflict & Culture, 1450-1750 The British Army and Society since 1660 War and Society in Europe c.1779-1990 Year 2 Compulsory modules currently include: The Medieval World: Power and Faith 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
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:
- V100
- Institution code:
- K24
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- 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
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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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
Provider information
University of Kent
Recruitment and Admissions Office
Registry
Canterbury
CT2 7NZ
Clearing contact details
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Course contact details
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01227 768896
01227 827077