BA (Hons) History Bachelor's degree at the University of Warwick
BA (Hons) History at University of Warwick. History at Warwick is offered here on a part-time basis, which sets the pace of study around the rest of your life rather than the other way round.
About this course
BA (Hons) History is a Bachelor's degree (BA (Hons)) at the University of Warwick. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for History, see the sections below.
Curriculum & modules
A typical UK History degree builds from foundations to specialist options and a final project. An indicative structure:
| Stage | Module |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | The Historian's Craft Sources, archives and how historical arguments are built. |
| Year 1 | Survey: Medieval & Early Modern Worlds Broad foundations across periods and places. |
| Year 1 | Survey: Modern World History Revolutions, empires and the making of the present. |
| Year 2 | Special Subject I A focused period or theme studied through primary sources. |
| Year 2 | Historiography & Methods How interpretations change, and how to analyse them. |
| Year 2 | Public History Museums, heritage and history beyond the university. |
| Year 3 | Special Subject II (advanced) Document-led depth study with specialist teaching. |
| Year 3 | Specialist options Typically social, political, global or cultural history themes. |
| Year 3 | Dissertation An original research project from primary evidence. |
Typical structure for this subject (indicative). Modules vary by university. Check the provider's course page for the exact curriculum.
Specialisations & pathways
Tip: click a specialisation → current jobs in that area.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
The course is organised so that you build historical skill in stages rather than all at once. Early study concentrates on core theory, the frameworks historians use to think about change, causation and evidence, alongside research & methods, where you learn how to locate, assess and argue from primary and secondary sources. From there, the course moves into applied practice, giving you the chance to test those methods on real historical material, before opening out into specialist options such as particular periods, regions or thematic approaches, depending on what draws you in. Professional skills are woven through the course too, covering the kind of writing, analysis and presentation abilities that carry over well beyond a history classroom. The course culminates in an independent project, where you design and carry out a substantial piece of historical research on a topic of your own choosing, drawing together everything covered in earlier stages.
Who it's for
This course suits someone who is curious about how the past shapes the present, and who enjoys the process of building an argument from evidence rather than simply accepting received versions of events. If you like reading widely, questioning sources, and are comfortable with the fact that historical debates rarely have neat, single answers, you will likely feel at home here. Because the course is part-time, it particularly suits people who are balancing study with work, family or other commitments, and who want to progress steadily rather than at the intensity of a full-time timetable. You should be someone who is self-motivated enough to keep momentum going between sessions, and who is genuinely interested in eventually shaping an independent research project around a question that matters to you. Studying this way will feel less like a sprint and more like a sustained, deepening engagement with historical thinking, rewarding for those who prefer depth over speed.
Careers & job market
Nationally, History graduates report a range of outcomes rather than a single fixed path. Graduate Outcomes data show that starting salaries around 15 months after graduation typically range from £23,500 to £31,000, though these figures reflect History graduates across the country rather than any guarantee tied to a specific university or individual. Looking further ahead, national LEO data show earnings of roughly £20,400 to £28,800 after three years and £25,500 to £36,000 after five years, again, national figures rather than a promise of what any one graduate will earn. In terms of the labour market more broadly, 85% of History graduates nationally are in work or further study 15 months after graduating, and 55% of those in work are in roles classed as highly skilled. Separately, 90% of students on History courses nationally continue past their first year, either still enrolled or having completed, which gives a sense of how many students stay the course once they begin.
University & format
The University of Warwick was founded in 1965 and is a public, research-intensive university and a member of the Russell Group. It is a substantial institution, with 25,615 students in total across its courses. Warwick was and holds a Gold award for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023, and as a recognised UK degree-awarding body, its degrees carry national recognition. This particular History course is delivered part-time and taught in English.
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at University of Warwick →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
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Careers & earnings
What History graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in history · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs History nationally
National figures for History graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
Job market & outlook
How History graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where History graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Museums & archives
- Heritage bodies
- Schools
- Civil service & media
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit History graduates.
History & Humanities Lead, Flexible, Impactful TeachingChartereastdulwichHistory & Humanities Lead, Flexible, Impactful TeachingThe Charter Schools Educational TrustHistory Teachers in Kirklees and HalifaxCV-LibraryHistory TeachersSABIS NETWORK SCHOOLSWho studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
The University of Warwick
Historical, philosophical and religious studies across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around The University of Warwick
256 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is History right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to University of Warwick from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by University of Warwick; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check University of Warwick’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with University of Warwick and gov.uk before you apply.
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