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History and English with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

University of Roehampton

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Course options

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Why this course?

• Study a engaging course that will prepare you for a successful career: we are ranked Top modern university in London in History (Complete University Guide 2025)
• You will be taught by a support team of expert lecturers: we are ranked in the top 10 in the UK for quality of teaching in History (Times Good University Guide 2024)
• Teaching designed for you: the contact time you need to succeed, with timetables designed to recognise your wider commitment


About this course

Taught by our team of world-class historians, you will cover a vast range of periods, from the Viking conquests, through Tudor England to the collapse of Communism, and the events that laid the path to Brexit. Geographically, the curriculum is equally expansive, taking in the Americas, the British World, Europe, Africa and Asia. Interested in Islam and Women? The Vikings? Or early modern magic? This degree lets you focus on the areas of history that inspire you most.You'll get real-world experience, and work placement and internship opportunities, and build the skills needed to open the door to many rewarding careers. Working alongside world-class scholars, you will also develop your own identity as a historian and your own research interests. If you're looking to understand the issues the world faces today by learning from the past, and are ready to develop the skills that employers seek, this degree is for you.


Skills

History and English combines aspects of BA History and BA English Literature to create a contemporary blend of analytical skills.On our BA Politics International Relations, and History, our priority is ensuring that you graduate with a professional skillset. This incorporates;
• Understanding broad historical concepts
• Traditional research
• Communication
• Analytical analysis of texts
• Ability to write both creatively and professionally
• Digital literacies to uncover the past and current affairsYou will also have good outcomes linked to working in the heritage industry, as well as a broad set of humanities-orientated education opportunities which will prepare you for a range of roles in many diverse fields.


Career opportunities

This degree challenges you to think globally and comparatively to engage with cultural, social, economic, political, and intellectual history. You will learn how historians and literature scholars operate, with practical opportunities to engage in public discourse and digital humanities projects.If you’re ready to learn, we’ll help you gain the confidence and opportunities to achieve.Our Careers team is on hand to help from the start of your studies until after you graduate. Under their guidance you’ll benefit from a wide range of support, including:
• CV building
• Interview preparation
• Mentoring
• Industry connections
• Work experience
• Volunteering opportunities
• Job fairs
• Introductions to future employers.

Application deadline

29 January

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UCAS Points

UCAS Points : 64

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University information

University of Roehampton

University of Roehampton

University of Roehampton

  • University League Table

    93rd

  • Campus address

    University of Roehampton, Erasmus House, Roehampton Lane, Wandsworth, SW15 5PU, England

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Roehampton offers the best of both worlds: an inspiring campus community in the heart of southwest London, plus the culture and opportunities of a global city.
A wide range of affordable accommodation options on campus, with all-inclusive bills, dedicated flat reps and wellbeing support.
Excellent resources include an award-winning library, modern teaching facilities, and health and wellbeing support services.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    English

    73rd out of 96 12

    30th out of 91 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    102 51%

    88th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    58.0 58%

    87th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.99 75%

    87th

    40

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    114 56%

    65th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    16th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.09 77%

    65th

    51

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