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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    John Anderson Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Why this course?The BA in History at the University of Strathclyde allows students to sharpen their critical thinking, communication and research skills while exploring the most fascinating and rich periods of the past.A diverse portfolio of modules includes early modern Scotland, colonial India, medicine and warfare, Cold War Africa, the birth of modern Japan, conflict in the Middle East, the consequences of industrialisation and 20th century Czechoslovakia.Our staff have an infectious passion for their chosen fields, encouraging lively and stimulating discussion in seminars. They value diverse perspectives, creating a learning environment where students feel comfortable expressing their ideas and challenging conventional wisdom.Students can choose to explore the history of topics such as empire, genocide, madness, medicine and disease through a critical lens. You will gain valuable insight into the roots of contemporary issues in society and arm yourself with the knowledge to address similar challenges in the future.Study with usdelve into the rich tapestry of human history and better understand the events, forces and individuals that have shaped our worldgain a solid understanding of captivating historical topics – from colonialism’s international impact to the tumultuous ideological conflicts of the 20th centuryexplore subjects including disease, empire, genocide, madness and medicine through the prism of historical analysislearn to think like a historian and familiarise yourself with historiography: the history of historical analysis and writingreceive training in methods used by historians including interrogating sources, constructing bibliographies, building research plans and writing historical prose get practical experience via a work placement.Part-time study: available.

Tuition fees

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£ 21,550per year

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University information

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University of Strathclyde

  • University League Table

    38th

  • Campus address

    John Anderson Campus, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, G1 1XQ, United Kingdom

Welcoming almost 30,000 students from over 140 countries, Strathclyde offers a supportive and vibrant university experience for students of all backgrounds.
Strathclyde offers numerous scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their studies.
It's home to an International Study Centre offering international students the option to complete pre-master's programmes.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    22nd out of 90 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    198 97%

    3rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    69.0 69%

    45th

    20
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.22 81%

    33rd

    9

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