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History and Theology - BA (Hons)

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Dive into the religious movements, institutions and theological ideas that have impacted culture and societies past and present.You’ll be taught by world leading specialists with expertise in political, social, cultural and religious history. You'll use your degree to reflect on culture, theologies and societies of the past, honing your ability to understand different perspectives. Hone in on the aspects of History and Theology that interest you most. You’ll have the freedom throughout your degree to choose from a wide range of optional modules taught by experts. This joint honours degree also allows you to flex your credit weighting between History and Theology.Outside of London, Birmingham has the UK’s largest Buddhist, Muslim and Sikh communities, the second-largest Hindu community and the seventh-largest Jewish community. Home to more than 650 churches, mosques, synagogues and temples, Birmingham provides a fantastic setting for you to critically engage with these communities.


Why study this course?

- Study thought provoking modules, including Auschwitz in History and Memory, Christmas and Ethical Consuming and Life After Death: What Happens When We Die?- Join a vibrant and supportive community where you receive one to one support on coursework and access to talks, cultural trips, podcasts, quizzes and celebrations.- Explore diverse career paths in areas such as the culture and media sectors with our work placement opportunities.- Benefit from our excellent relationships with the city’s broad spectrum of faith communities and forge valuable connections.


13th for History in the Complete University Guide 2025


8th for Theology and Religious Studies in the Complete University Guide 2025

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 22,860per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    17th out of 91 5

    8th out of 17 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    138 68%

    22nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    21st

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    70th

    5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 189
    131 69%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    6th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.27 82%

    7th

    10

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