Course summary
Nurture your understanding of social, cultural and political developments in Britain, Europe and the wider world. You’ll explore history from 1700 onwards. From landscapes and air pollution to the politics of revolution, learn about how modern history continues to shape our world. As part of this course, you’ll:
- Learn how historians look to the future based on their understanding of the past
- Expand your knowledge of social, cultural and political development from 1700 onwards
- Analyse documents including films, official records, personal narratives and letters in the context of global events
- Work directly with communities in Leeds and help uncover the city's rich history
- Gain transferable skills in research, writing and critical analysis to become a highly employable graduate
- Inspired teaching and intellectual debate
- Day-to-day interaction with award-winning authors and playwrights
- A rolling programme of media industry professionals, published lecturers and world-renowned researchers
- 97% of students were positive about the teaching on BA (Hons) History*
- We are ranked in the top 15 universities in the UK for studying History**
- Guest lectures delivered by industry professionals
- Applied Humanities practical module option
- Strong and meaningful partnerships with community organisations
- 92.3% of BA (Hons) History graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation***
Modules
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Emergence of Modern Europe
- Trade, Colonisation & Empire
- Society & Culture in Modern Britain 1780-1914
- Century of Conflict: War & Peace in Europe, 1914-c.2000
- Migration & Cultural Encounters
- The Public & the Past
- Dissertation or Working with the Past Major Project
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
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 |
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
Leeds Beckett University
City Campus
Leeds
LS1 3HE
Clearing contact details
Admissions Enquiries
0113 812 3113
Additional information
0900 hrs - 1700 hrs Monday to Friday