BA (Hons) History at University of Derby

History is a subject for anyone with a sense of curiosity and a desire for a deeper understanding of the world around them. You will use your research and creative skills to interpret the past for the benefit of the wider community. We provide exciting opportunities for projects involving international arts and heritage organisations.

Faculty: College of Health and Humanities  |  Department: History International Relations Politics  |  Duration: Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: 4-6 years  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time also available)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Historical Methods and Sources (PDP), Public Uses of the Past, Empires, Migrants and Mobility, Nations and Nationalism, 1789-1914, Renaissance and Reformation, 1485-1648, The Atlantic World: 1680-1833. Year 2 core modules: Public Conference: Marketing and Presenting the Past, The Cold War: Global Conflict, Culture and Diplomacy, 1945-1991, Research in Practice, The Early Modern Body, Living with Dictatorship: Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union in Comparative Perspective, Continuity and Change in Contemporary Britain.

Career pathways

At Derby you will gain attributes beyond those traditionally associated with History graduates. You will not only build your academic capabilities but also apply your historical knowledge to the workplace.

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