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War Studies with Foundation Year - BA (Hons)

University of Wolverhampton

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UCAS CODE: L25A

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    University of Wolverhampton

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Why choose this course?

The War Studies degree will provide graduates with knowledge of the debates and developments related to war its causes, uses and how it may be avoided or concluded. Our graduates will be equipped to develop and sustain debates on the strategic, ethical and philosophical uses of war in both historical and contemporary settings.

As well as subject-specific knowledge, graduates will develop a wide range of key transferable skills including enhanced communication, analytical and technological proficiency. The degree encourages individuals to become digitally literate and intellectually curious, with the capacity to work both independently and as part of a wider team to understand, develop and apply solutions to both theoretical and practical problems. Such skills equip our graduates to use their knowledge in enterprising and profitable ways in their chosen careers and develop their roles within the wider community.

What's unique about this course?

Our graduates will be equipped to develop and sustain debates on the strategic, ethical and philosophical uses of war in both historical and contemporary settings.

On the undergraduate War Studies degree, you will be taught by recognised experts with a proven and respected research and publications record.

You will benefit from an innovative and evolving curriculum which will develop your skills in critical analysis, debate, reasoning and composition. You can also visit the landmark of the famous "Battle of Normandy" on our annual field trip.

What happens on the course?

War and conflict have been a constant and constantly disruptive feature of human activity. Within the War Studies degree you will examine the subject in breadth and depth under the direction of research active, internationally recognised scholars.

The course will provide you with knowledge of the debates and developments related to war its causes, uses and how it may be avoided or concluded. You will be equipped to develop and sustain debates on the strategic, ethical and philosophical uses of war in both historical and contemporary settings.

As well as subject-specific knowledge, you will develop a wide range of key transferable skills including enhanced communication, analytical and technological proficiency. The degree encourages individuals to become digitally literate and intellectually curious, with the capacity to work both independently and as part of a wider team to understand, develop and apply solutions to both theoretical and practical problems. Such skills equip you to use your knowledge in enterprising and profitable ways in your chosen careers and develop your roles within the wider community.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 14,950per 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 Wolverhampton

  • University League Table

    109th

  • Campus address

    University of Wolverhampton, Wulfruna Street, Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, WV1 1LY, England

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