BA History (Exeter) at University of Exeter

Study world history to its full: explore vital topics such as gender, race and global imperialism, navigate diverse geographical regions, and traverse 1,500 years of history, from the fall of the Roman Empire through to the post-Communist era. Our strengths include Early Modern British and Modern European history, and specialisms in the histories of power, identity, knowledge and resources. Exeter is a city bursting with history and heritage that offers museums, art galleries and a wide range of historical architecture. The University Library has extensive historical holdings and collections.

Duration: 3 years; 4 years With Study Abroad; 4 years With Employment Experience  |  Study mode: full-time (variants: With Study Abroad; With Employment Experience)  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You can customise the course to suit your needs, by selecting optional modules that you’re passionate about. In the first year, choose from modules such as Murder in Early Modern England or Gender and Sexuality in the Middle Ages. The History degree programme is made up of compulsory (core) and optional modules, which are worth 15 or 30 credits each. Full-time undergraduate students need to complete modules worth a total of 120 credits each year.

Career pathways

You will be equipped with skills that are attractive to employers and relevant for a wide range of careers, including graduate-level roles in the heritage and arts sectors as well as other fields of work, including education, retail management, recruitment, charities, finance and accounting, and journalism.

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