The History and Sociology BA (Hons) at the University of Derby provides you with a powerful lens through which to understand the forces shaping our world, from historical trends to contemporary social structures. You will explore complex issues of power, inequality, and cultural change, developing critical analytical skills that are highly valued across many professions. This undergraduate degree is ideal for curious minds eager to connect the past with the present, examining how historical events and sociological phenomena intertwine to create the societies we inhabit today.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over three years, engaging with a diverse range of modules that cover historical methods, social theory, and contemporary global challenges. Through core subjects like Historical Methods and Sources, Thinking Sociologically, and optional modules spanning areas such as Globalisation and Social Change or Populism, Extremism & Violence, you will build a robust academic foundation. You will develop your research abilities through projects and potentially an independent study in your final year, graduating with the analytical insight and communication skills essential for careers in research, policy, education, and beyond.