The BA History at the University of Bristol offers you a comprehensive exploration of the past, equipping you with the critical analysis and research skills essential for understanding contemporary society. This undergraduate degree is ideal for those fascinated by how historical events, from medieval times to the modern era, have shaped our world. You will engage deeply with diverse historical periods and global regions, including the British Isles, Europe, the Americas, and Africa, developing a nuanced perspective on human experience and societal change. This program provides a robust academic grounding for a wide array of future paths.
This full-time, on-campus degree is studied over three years, immersing you in a dynamic learning environment. You will attend lectures, seminars, and workshops, working with primary source materials and engaging with cutting-edge historical scholarship. The syllabus allows you to tailor your studies through a wide selection of optional units, focusing on areas such as slavery, modern revolutions, or global empires, and culminates in a substantial dissertation project. You will graduate with advanced research, writing, and analytical skills, prepared for careers in archives, museums, education, policy, journalism, and beyond.