BA(Hons) History shows students how to interrogate the past and expand their knowledge through challenging academic study.
UWE's staff are passionate about teaching and research. They'll help students deepen their historical knowledge and develop their critical thinking. Besides traditional forms of assessment such as essays, students will have the opportunity to build practical skills, using software and editing tools, to make their own films, documentaries and websites.
Students nurture imagination and creativity, and build on their fascination with the social, economic and political forces that have shaped history across centuries and continents. Using primary sources from the start, explore events in their historical contexts and gain a unique insight into the important global issues of today.
Study a broad spectrum of history, working on individual and group research projects. Students gain skills and experience that will help them succeed in their studies and in their chosen career.
There are many opportunities to engage with Bristol's culture and fascinating history. UWE have strong links with Bristol's museums, galleries and archives, including M Shed, Watershed, the Arnos Vale Cemetery Trust and the National Trust.
In the third year, students could negotiate a work placement with a local cultural provider, spending six months gaining real-world skills, experience and contacts. There are shorter placement opportunities too, and projects with heritage organisations. Focusing on the avenues that most interest them, through their modules and assessments, students will graduate well equipped to pursue diverse careers.
