History BA (Hons)
Course Overview - History BA (Hons)
Join our unique History degree in the Faculty of Media & Communication, where well debate and question Modern, Public, and Media History. Youll develop practical and professional skills, equipping you for a range of exciting careers.
Why study BA (Hons) History at BU?
• Bournemouth University is ranked in the top 10 universities for History in the Guardian University Guide 2024.
• You’ll delve into a rich array of sources—newspapers, online sites, sound recordings, television, and film—to explore a broad spectrum of fascinating topics. This dynamic a...
Join our unique History degree in the Faculty of Media & Communication, where well debate and question Modern, Public, and Media History. Youll develop practical and professional skills, equipping you for a range of exciting careers.<br/><br/>Why study BA (Hons) History at BU?<br/>• Bournemouth University is ranked in the top 10 universities for History in the Guardian University Guide 2024. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• You’ll delve into a rich array of sources—newspapers, online sites, sound recordings, television, and film—to explore a broad spectrum of fascinating topics. This dynamic approach, combined with traditional historical study, will bring history to life in vivid and unexpected ways. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Youll be assessed through different forms including exhibitions, posters, websites, podcasts, blogs, and even a mock peace conference, in addition to traditional essays and exams.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Engage with public history working with a range of outside agencies including museums, archives and heritage organisations <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop a proposal for a public history event, working with organisations such as Bournemouth Blind Society, BCP council, National Motor Museum and the Museum of East Dorset<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain valuable experience during a four week or optional 30-week placement. Work with organisations such as Dorset History Centre, Huntley Film Archives, Highcliffe Castle, RNLI and ABA Antiques<br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H4F5
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Scottish Higher
104 - 120 tariff points from Scottish Highers
Access to HE Diploma
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
Extended Project
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
A level
104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
T Level
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
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