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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ArtsUCAS: HST1

History, Heritage and Archaeology Foundation Degree

University Centre Somerset
Street, England
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2 yearsDuration
£13,500Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University Centre Somerset, the FdA History, Heritage and Archaeology Foundation Degree provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Street, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Our programme spans human history, from around 900,000 years ago to modern times. We focus on the ways in which the human past is explored and revealed through the disciplines of history and archaeology and how this heritage is managed in the UK. Although most modules focus on British subjects, opportunities are provided to study the heritage of other parts of the world. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Archaeological Theory and Practice
British History: Medieval to Modern
Heritage Management and Conservation
Archaeology in the Field
Artefact Analysis and Interpretation
Documentary Research and Palaeography
World Heritage Sites and Cultures
Dissertation and Independent Research Project
UCAS Code:HST1
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points64

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£13,500

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£27,000

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.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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UK subject average: £55,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Indicative Data

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💼 Employment Breakdown

90%Working
35%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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Alumni Bursary

University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

£1,000scholarship value
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HE Bursary

University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

£600scholarship value
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  • For undergraduate study
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HE Diagnostic Support Fund

University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

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University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

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About University Centre Somerset

University Centre Somerset offers History, Heritage and Archaeology Foundation Degree as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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