History
Aston University, BirminghamCourse Overview
Offered by Aston University, Birmingham, the BA (Hons) History provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Critical thinkers, cultural navigators and master communicators - our history graduates are ready to shape the future by understanding the past. Course outline The BA (Hons) History programme at Aston University offers an engaging exploration of the past during the modern and contemporary period (since 1789). The course is designed to cultivate critical thinking, research skills, and a deep understanding of historical contexts. Working closely with experienced historians at every stage, you will follow classes in a wide range of fields including global and British history, history... International tuition fees are £22,575 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, a 93% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC - BCC BBC: Standard offer // BCC: If student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B . Or eligible for Contextual offer (more details https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready) |
| International Baccalaureate | 29 points 5,5,4 in 3 higher level subjects |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£22,575
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
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