Course details
A Levels AAB Other entry requirementsUCAS code V100
Duration 3 years
Fees and additional costs Home/EU students International students
Related subjects History
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Undergraduate Admissions Manager
Department of History
Telephone +44 (0)114 222 2552
Email history@sheffield.ac.uk
Website sheffield.ac.uk/history/study/ba
Department of History
Top 5 in the UK for History
The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020
3rd in the UK for world-leading research
Research Excellence Framework 2014
Course description
We cover past societies, from the late Roman through to the modern period, addressing political, social and cultural themes in history. You'll learn to exercise independent judgement, to be critical of accepted opinion and to present your arguments effectively.
Choice and flexibility are at the heart of our teaching, so you can pursue and develop your own interests. At every level, there is a wide variety of modules to choose from, taught by our world-leading experts.
Our coherent programme is designed to equip you with the analytical and practical skills and methods needed for historical research and a successful future. We keep our seminar groups small, to ensure everyone can get involved.
Research is central to the student experience here in Sheffield. All our teaching is informed by the latest findings, and all our history students have the chance to carry out their own research project as part of their degree.
We help all our students to excel. Everyone is assigned a personal tutor for guidance and support.
Financial help from the University - bursaries
If you're a UK student, you could be entitled to a University bursary. A bursary is the same as a grant - you don't have to pay it back.
Entry requirements
| Qualification | Grades |
|---|---|
| A Levels | AAB, typically including an A in History or Classical Civilisation |
| A Levels + additional qualifications | ABB, typically including an A in History + B in a relevant EPQ. |
| International Baccalaureate | 34, typically with 6 in Higher Level History |
| BTEC | DD in a relevant subject, typically in combination with grade A in A Level History |
| Cambridge Pre-U | D3 D3 M2, typically including D3 in History |
| Scottish Highers + 1 Advanced Higher | AAABB + typically an A in History |
| Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels | B + AA, typically including History or Classical Civilisation |
| Access to HE | Entry requirements for mature students |
| Other qualifications |
Other UK qualifications
Other EU/international qualifications |
Other requirements
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| If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the department | |
Modules - what you study and when
The modules listed below are examples from the last academic year. There may be some changes before you start your course. For the very latest module information, check with the department direct.
Course information on Department of History website
First year
Core modules:
| History Workshop | |
| Paths from Antiquity to Modernity | |
Optional modules:
| American History: From Settlements to Superpower | |
| Empire: From the Ancient World to the Middle Ages | |
| The 'Disenchantment' of Early Modern Europe, c. 1570-1770 | |
| The Making of the Twentieth Century | |
Second year
Core modules:
| Historians and History | |
| Writing History | |
Optional modules:
Third year
Core modules:
| Dissertation | |
| The Uses of History | |
Optional modules:
The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it's up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers.
In the event of any change we'll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.
Learning and assessment
These figures give an indication of how you'll learn and be assessed. They're a combined average of all the years of the course. The learning and assessment percentages could vary depending on the modules you choose.
| Learning | |
| Scheduled teaching | 12% |
| Independent study | 88% |
| Placement | 0% |
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Assessment |
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| Exams/tests | 32% |
| Coursework | 58% |
| Practical | 9% |
Department of History
Study with us and you'll get a taste of hands-on history, with practical experience and opportunities for work placements and volunteering.
Our courses are about opening your eyes to the world and all its possibilities. Whatever your chosen career, we can help you develop the intellectual skills you'll need to succeed.
There's a maximum of 12 people in your seminars during the first year- so you'll get to share ideas in a close and supportive environment. When it comes to doing your dissertation, you'll have individual support from one of your tutors. You'll build a close working relationship with your personal tutor who will help you to settle in and reach your full potential.
What our graduates do
History graduates are highly skilled and readily employable. Our students become history teachers, accountants and consultants, civil servants, lawyers, museum curators, archivists and journalists. Many also continue to masters or doctorate level.
Companies that have employed our graduates include Accenture, Ernst and Young, PricewaterhouseCoopers and DLA Piper. You'll also find our graduates in organisations ranging from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, to the Imperial War Museum and the National Archives, to BBC online and The Guardian.
Student profile
Brittany Hanlon discusses the Special Subject module in the final year: "What I liked best about the Special Subject is the fact that it gives you an opportunity to explore a fascinating area of history in far more depth and detail. You'll develop your confidence as a historian and your ability to think critically."
You can study courses with the Degree with Employment Experience option. This allows you to apply for a placement year during your degree where youll gain valuable experience and improve your employability.
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Undergraduate Admissions Manager
Department of History
Telephone
+44 (0)114 222 2552
Email
history@sheffield.ac.uk
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