)
History at UEA
Find out more about studying History at UEA, and browse our other courses.
Find out moreBA (Hons) Modern History with a Year Abroad
Key Details
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Arts
- UCAS Course Code
- V14A
- Typical Offer
- AAB
- Contextual Offer
- BBB
- Course Length
- 4 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2027
Other Course Options
Other Start Dates
Chat to us on Unibuddy
Any questions? Chat online with current students, staff and experts. This is your chance to ask anything about UEA, university life, Norwich and more.
Other Start Dates
Scroll For More
3rd
UEA is ranked 3rd overall for research quality in History
Times Higher Education REF 2021 AnalysisCourse Overview
Why BA Modern History with a Year Abroad at UEA?
Debate the rise and fall of nations, competing ideologies, imperial legacies and human rights over the last two centuries. With UEA Modern History with a Year Abroad degree, study the forces that have shaped our world and develop global confidence with a year of studying in one of our partner universities.
Why choose UEA
- Leading historians: Learn directly from our world-leading experts. Join the conversations that advance our collective understanding of the recent past and its importance for the world today
- Flexible study: Select your optional modules based on your passions and ambitions
- History in place: Study in the historical city of Norwich. Enjoy the inclusive and supportive setting
What is BA Modern History with a Year Abroad?
You'll learn directly from historians whose research is renowned. You'll join a stimulating community bridging deep expertise in British history with specialised knowledge in European and global history.
In this version of our Modern History degree, you’ll have the option to spend your third in one of UEA’s partner universities in other countries.
)
Year Abroad
This four-year course enables you to spend your third year at one of our partner institutions. You’ll be taught in English and continue to learn about History and related subjects.
Destinations include Japan, Hong Kong, Australia, Europe, Latin America and north America. Yet availability at our partner institutions varies annually, so we recommend remaining open minded about destination preferences.
You’ll broaden your horizons, develop your confidence and communication skills and enrich your CV. You'll also need to meet academic progression requirements. If you’re unable to spend your third year abroad, you can transfer to a three-year version of your degree.
For further details, visit our Study Abroad section.
Careers
Career Pathways
With a BA Modern History with a Year Abroad degree, you could launch a career in:
- Civil Service and International Organisations: Apply your ability to understand complexity to the challenges facing public institutions and global governance
- Public Relations and Communications: Manage communications and public messaging for organisations in the cultural or public sectors
- Law: Put your logical reasoning and attention to detail to work as a solicitor, barrister, or legal researcher
- Teaching: Teach History and related humanities subjects in a range of educational institutions
- Museums and Heritage: Support curation and conservation, visitor services, educational and outreach programmes whilst drawing on your historical knowledge
Career Support
We realise that thinking about life after university can be daunting. You’ll therefore be supported throughout your degree to develop transferable skills that employers value. We’ll encourage you to weigh up different career paths, and to understand what you need to do to pursue them. You’ll have access to personalised career support, campus careers events, alumni networking opportunities, paid internships, and career-planning and CV workshops.
Discover more on our Careers webpages.
After the Course
Modern History graduates have the world at their fingertips. You’ll gain subject-specific knowledge, but you’ll also develop transferable skills and qualities that employers value. You’ll learn to communicate clearly, construct narratives, and think analytically; you’ll gain experience working alone, and as a team member. And you’ll become adept at gathering, verifying, interpreting, and collating both obscure and digitised information. Such skills open doors to a variety of careers.
Study and Modules
Structure
Year one will give you an overview of the broad chronological sweep of British, European and world history. Your compulsory modules in the first semester will cover an extended period spanning from the Middle Ages to the 1919 Treaty of Versailles. In your second semester, you’ll choose from several subjects, including witchcraft and 20th-century global history. Our Key Skills programme will provide you with core techniques for research, analysis and debate.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 20)Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
In year two, you’ll take just one compulsory module, which will enable you to develop your analytical and research skills. You have flexibility with your other modules to tailor your learning to topics that interest you. You’ll choose from a wide range of modules, which together span in time from the Roman Empire to the present, and in space from East Anglia to India. Whether you specialise or study diverse subjects, you'll hone your critical thinking and ability to construct a well-evidenced argument.
You can also study abroad, learn a foreign language, and choose subjects offered by other disciplines in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. To apply practical and transferable skills that you’ve gained from your course, you might wish to do a short-term placement, for instance in one of Norwich’s museums.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Min Credits: 40, Max Credits: 60)Optional B Modules
(Min Credits: 40, Max Credits: 60)Optional C Modules
(Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 20)Optional D Modules
(Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 20)Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
You'll spend your third year studying abroad at one of our many partner institutions across the globe. This is a brilliant opportunity to experience living in another country. You’ll see how History is approached differently. And you’ll develop greater confidence, improve your communication skills, and gain experiences that will help your CV stand out to employers.
See our Study Abroad pages to learn more.
Compulsory Modules
Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Structure
In year four, you’ll master the intellectual skills required to create and contest historical knowledge. You’ll select one Special Subject from a range that typically includes topics such as 1980’s Britain, the history of fascism and the history of modern Yugoslavia. Each option is led by academics who are experts in that subject. Just as you’ll learn about their research, you'll influence their writing through your seminar contributions, your incisive questions and your coursework.
In addition to your Special Subject, you’ll study two advanced modules, which include topics such as the Victorian underworlds, race and migration and modern Russia. Instead of taking one of these advanced modules, you can (subject to meeting certain criteria) write a dissertation under the guidance of an academic supervisor.
Compulsory Modules
Optional A Modules
(Credits: 30)Optional B Modules
(Credits: 30)Important Information
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning, and Assessment
Teaching and Learning
Our academics are leading historians. Their enthusiasm for new discoveries and reinterpreting the past animates their teaching. You’ll learn through lectures, seminars, independent study, and conversations with academics during their designated office hours.
In year one, you’ll learn the skills that underpin the historians’ craft, such as how to analyse and contextualise sources. Through lectures and seminars, you’ll learn to note ideas presented to you whilst gaining confidence to articulate your own insights.
In year two, you’ll continue to learn through lectures and seminars whilst choosing from a wide range of historical subjects. You’ll learn about politics and power, but you’ll also have opportunities to study social, cultural, religious, gender and landscape history.
In year three, you’ll study abroad at one of our partner institutions.
In year four, you’ll learn about your Special Subject and other topics through longer seminars, small-group work and independent study. You can opt to do a dissertation, working one-to-one with an expert supervisor.
Assessment
You’ll be assessed through a diverse range of assessments rather than traditional written examinations. Completing assessments will equip you with the skills and confidence to flourish after graduation. You’ll be helped with assessments throughout your studies, receiving regular written and verbal feedback to help you improve. You’ll have the chance to do a practice assignment for each graded assignment.
In year one, you’ll be assessed by a mixture of essays, recorded presentations and source commentaries. You’ll gain experience and confidence with these assessments, without them counting towards your final degree.
In year two, you’ll develop new skills through a wider range of assessments. These will include essays, presentations, reviews, source commentaries, problem-based exercises and reflective analyses.
In your third year, you’ll have the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities worldwide, exploring a new culture, learning how your subject is taught overseas and building skills that boost your confidence and your CV.
In year four, you’ll be assessed via coursework, presentations, an extended essay for your Special Subject and an optional dissertation
Entry Requirements
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C.
In place of Mathematics GCSE we can also consider Functional Skills Level 2 Mathematics.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.
- Contextual Offers
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes(opens in a new window).
- Typical UK Entry Requirements
A levels
AAB
Contextual offer: BBB
BTEC
Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDD
Contextual offer: DDM
BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers.
Access to HE Diploma
Access to Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 36 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 9 credits at Level 3.
Contextual offer: Access to Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and Pass in 15 credits at Level 3.
T levels
Distinction.
Foundation Year options:
If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year programmes.
- Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements
International Baccalaureate
33 points overall
Irish Leaving Certificate
4 subjects at H2, 2 subjects at H3
Scottish Highers
AAAAA.
A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.
Scottish Advanced Highers
BBC or above.
A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.
- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
- This course is open to
UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.
We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.
You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.
- English and Mathematics
All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C.
In place of Mathematics GCSE we can also consider Functional Skills Level 2 Mathematics.
We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.
- Typical International Entry Requirements
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students(opens in a new window).
A levels
AAB
BTEC
Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDD
Combinations of BTEC and A levels
Extended Diploma: DDD
Diploma: DD plus B at A level.
Extended Certificate: D plus AB at A level.
BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers.
International Baccalaureate
33 points overall.
- UEA International Study Centre
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, UEA International Study Centre offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree.
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
-
IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies(opens in a new window) for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, UEA International Study Centre offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study.
-
- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
)
Fees and Funding
Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2027/28 are:
-
UK Students: £10,050
-
International Students: £24,250
We estimate living expenses at £1,171 per month.
Further Information on tuition fees can be found here(opens in a new window).
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships(opens in a new window) for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
The cost of optional field trips will vary.
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of other course-related costs.
How to Apply
Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.
UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.
Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started.
Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information: