BA (Hons) History (Placement Year)

The History (Placement Year) BA Hons at Lancaster University is a comprehensive study programme that provides students with a foundational knowledge of global history that spans medieval Europe to modern day Japan. This course allows students to take a placement year, offering real-world experience to complement academic learning.Course Content: The course's rigorous academic syllabus is supplemented by a placement year, where students can apply their knowledge in a working environment. The syllabus covers various eras and regions, offering students a broad perspective on world history. The course begins with compulsory modules in the first year, followed by a diverse range of module choices in the second and final years. Key Modules: Some of the key modules include 'From the Medieval to the Modern: History and Historians', 'The Making of the Modern World: Modernity from the Renaissance to the Age of Revolutions', and 'What is History? Theories, Concepts and Debates'. During their second and final years, students can choose from a wide range of modules like 'The Atlantic Slave Trade', 'Clash of Empires: Europe 1914-1942', and 'Societies in Transition: England and the Wider World 1066-1660.'Accreditations: This course is accredited by Lancaster University.Future Careers: The completion of this course equips students for various careers. The skills acquired such as research, evaluation, synthesis of information, and effective communication are transferable and highly sought after by employers. Previous graduates have been successful in fields such as law, finance, the media, education and government.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.