History BA (Hons) at Birmingham Newman University

Discover how studying history can deepen your understanding of the world and equip you to engage thoughtfully with the challenges of today. The BA (Hons) History degree at Birmingham Newman University offers a reflective and inclusive exploration of the past, designed for students who want to examine how historical narratives shape society. You will investigate a wide range of periods, places and perspectives, developing a critical awareness of global conflict, cultural identity and political transformation.

Department: History  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026, September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will explore themes such as global history, power and resistance, identity and society and the politics of memory. Modules – Year 1: Stories That Shape the World, the Past is Never Dead, The Rest is History, History Without Borders; Year 2: the Rest is History, Working in History, History Without Borders, Preparation for Independent Research Project; Year 3: Myth and Religion, Dissertation, This is England: A Racial Nation?.

Career pathways

This degree equips you with more than historical knowledge. You will graduate with the ability to think independently, evaluate evidence with confidence and communicate ideas clearly across a range of contexts.

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