ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY · UNITED KINGDOM
BA History
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS V100
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€22k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Bachelor's
Level
- 3 yearsCourse Duration
- Established since 1872History Teaching Legacy
- Access to National Library of WalesWorld-Class Resources
- Small group teaching & one-to-one tutorialsPersonalised Support
- Study abroad & work placement opportunitiesGlobal and Practical Experience
- UCAS Tariff: 96-120Entry Points
The BA History degree at Aberystwyth University offers a comprehensive exploration of the past, from medieval to contemporary periods, while developing essential transferable skills. This program allows students to delve into a wide array of historical themes including power, violence, migration, gender, and societal ideas across four continents. Students will learn to critically analyze information, develop strong communication skills, and engage in informed debate, preparing them for diverse career paths. Aberystwyth University has a long-standing tradition of teaching History since 1872, making it one of the most established departments in Wales and the UK. The program emphasizes innovative, research-based teaching delivered in a supportive community environment, often in small groups and through one-to-one tutorials. Students will have access to world-class resources such as the National Library of Wales, enriching their learning experience with hands-on engagement with primary sources.
Curriculum
The History degree curriculum allows you to explore various historical periods and themes. Modules may be subject to change.
- Year 1
- Introduction to HistoryHY12120
- 'Hands on' History: Sources and their HistoriansHY10420
- Europe and the World, 1000-2000HY12420
- Medieval and Early Modern Britain and Europe, 1000-1800HY11420
- People, Power and Identity: Wales 1200-1999WH11720
- The Modern World, 1789 to the presentHY11820
- Year 2
- Making HistoryHY20120
- Image Wars in Southeast Asia: Studying 20th Century PropagandaHY23720
- Interdisciplinary and decolonial historyHY24320
- Memory, Myth and History: Investigating Medieval Chronicles, c. 1000-1250HY24120
- Recounting Racism: Oral History and Modern American Race Relations.HY25020
- The Sound of History: the Civil Rights Movement in Post-War AmericaHY24720
- Victorian Visions: Exploring Nineteenth-Century ExhibitionsHY24620
- African-American History, 1808 to the PresentHY28320
- Between Revolution and Reform: China since 1800HY28520
- Chivalry and courtliness: Elite culture in high medieval England, 1066-1300HY20420
- Crime, Riot and Morality in Wales 1750-1850WH23420
- Culture, Society and the VictoriansHY29320
- Environmental History of the Neotropics (Latin America and the Caribbean) in the CapitaloceneHY29120
- European Society and the Medieval Mind 1200-1500HY25820
- Famine in Medieval EnglandHY25520
- From the Second Empire to the Third Reich: Weimar Germany 1914-1933HY28420
- Kingship and political culture in high medieval England and Norway, 1066-1263HY22120
- Modern Japan: From Samurai to Salary MenHY29820
- Reforging the Union: The Reconstruction Era in US History, 1863-1896HY27720
- Science, Religion and MagicHY28620
- The Atlantic World, 1492-1825HY29720
- The European ReformationHY26520
- The Nazi Dictatorship: Regime and Society in Germany 1933-1945HY29420
- The Tudors: A European Dynasty?HY20920
- Twentieth-Century Latin America and the Caribbean through its arts and traditionsHY29020
- Wales and the Kings of Britain: Conflict, Power and Identities in the British Isles 1039-1417WH20120
- Wales under the TudorsWH23520
- Year 3
- DissertationHY30340
- Between Revolution and Reform: China since 1800HY38520
- Bywyd a Gwaith ym Meysydd Glo Prydain, 1842-1914 (Rhan 1)HP37420
- Bywyd a Gwaith ym Meysydd Glo Prydain, 1914-1948 (Rhan 2)HP37520
- Chivalry and courtliness: Elite culture in high medieval England, 1066-1300HY30420
- Colombian Republican History (1820-2020): 200 years of solitude Part 2 (1950-2020)HQ39920
- Colombian Republican History (1820-2020): 200 years of solitude Part1 (1820-1950)HQ39820
- Crime, Riot and Morality in Wales 1750-1850WH33420
- Culture, Society and the VictoriansHY39320
- Environmental History of the Neotropics (Latin America and the Caribbean) in the CapitaloceneHY39120
- European Society and the Medieval Mind 1200-1500HY35820
- Famine in Medieval EnglandHY35520
- From Burma to Myanmar (Part I): colonial Burma under British rule (1824-1941)HQ39220
- From Burma to Myanmar (Part II): Challenges for a young nation state since 1942HQ39320
- From the Second Empire to the Third Reich: Weimar Germany 1914-1933HY38420
- Gwrthryfel Glyndŵr 1: Hynt a Helynt y GwrthryfelHP33120
Frequently asked questions
- What are the tuition fees for international students for the BA History programme?
- For courses starting in 2026/27, the tuition fee for full-time Arts/Social Sciences programmes is £19,190 per year. Fees are frozen at this level for subsequent years of study.
- How long does the BA History programme typically take to complete?
- The BA History programme is a 3-year degree.
- What are the academic entry requirements for the BA History programme?
- The programme requires 96-120 UCAS Tariff Points. Specific academic qualifications and their equivalencies are available on the university website.
- Are there any scholarships available for international students for this programme?
- Yes, the International Accommodation Award may cover accommodation costs if you are eligible. Specific eligibility criteria apply for this award.
- What kind of support is offered to students during the BA History programme?
- The department offers innovative, research-based teaching, with most staff holding PhDs. Students benefit from small group teaching, one-to-one tutorials, and engagement with primary sources and research.
- What are the career prospects after completing the BA History degree?
- The BA History degree develops critical analysis, communication, and debate skills, preparing students for diverse career paths. The programme also offers opportunities for study abroad and work placements.
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff Points120 - 96
English language test results are valid for a maximum of two years. If you have been awarded a degree (Bachelor's or Master's) from a majority English-speaking country (e.g., UK), you do not need to take an additional English language proficiency test. Online study does not apply to this exemption. Canadian nationals with a Canadian degree are exempt; non-Canadian nationals with a Canadian degree are not.
Fees
Tuition (international)£19,190 per year for Full-Time Arts / Social Sciences programs for courses starting in 2026/27. Fees are frozen at the entry level for subsequent years of study.
Tuition (home)£9,790 per year for courses beginning in the 2026/27 academic year. Aberystwyth University reserves the right to increase fees in future years in line with UK and Welsh Government approval.
LivingAccommodation costs can be included in your tuition fees if you are eligible for the International Accommodation Award.
Tuition fees cover the cost of study, including tuition, examinations, and graduation. Loans and grants may be available to help cover tuition and living costs. Irish nationals are eligible for home fee status.
Scholarships
International Accommodation AwardAccommodation costs included in tuition fees
Frequently asked questions
What are the tuition fees for international students for the BA History programme?
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For courses starting in 2026/27, the tuition fee for full-time Arts/Social Sciences programmes is £19,190 per year. Fees are frozen at this level for subsequent years of study.
How long does the BA History programme typically take to complete?
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The BA History programme is a 3-year degree.
What are the academic entry requirements for the BA History programme?
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The programme requires 96-120 UCAS Tariff Points. Specific academic qualifications and their equivalencies are available on the university website.
Are there any scholarships available for international students for this programme?
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Yes, the International Accommodation Award may cover accommodation costs if you are eligible. Specific eligibility criteria apply for this award.
What kind of support is offered to students during the BA History programme?
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The department offers innovative, research-based teaching, with most staff holding PhDs. Students benefit from small group teaching, one-to-one tutorials, and engagement with primary sources and research.
What are the career prospects after completing the BA History degree?
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The BA History degree develops critical analysis, communication, and debate skills, preparing students for diverse career paths. The programme also offers opportunities for study abroad and work placements.