BA (Hons) American History

The BA American History course offered by the University of East Anglia provides a comprehensive understanding of the major events, ideas, and issues that have shaped the United States from the colonial period to the present. Taught by leading experts in American history, the program combines rigorous academic study with practical skills development. Course Content: In the first year, students study American history from 1492 to the present day with a focus on key periods and events. Following the first year, students shape their direction by choosing from a list of modules that reflects the broad range of research interests within the school. Key Modules: Some of the key modules include 'Thomas Paine and the Age of Revolutions', 'Gender and Sexuality in Modern Britain', 'Race in the Americas', 'War in the Pacific', and 'The Civil Rights Movement'. The exact modules available may vary from year to year.Future Careers: The BA in American History helps students to develop valuable transferable skills that open a variety of career paths. Graduates often pursue careers in policymaking, international organizations, journalism, teaching, and the museum and heritage industry. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.